Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
32
Last inspection
August 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
27 / 5
Bella Blu currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 6, 2026 found 6 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 32 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
August 6, 2026
- Date
- August 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 32
- Critical points
- 27
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 6 (4 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Aug 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
✓ No violations found on this inspection
Dec 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Second Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Bella Blu's most recent graded inspection in December 2024 was a A, after a C in October 2023.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Bella Blu's latest score: 32
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bella Blu's current NYC health grade?
Bella Blu does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Bella Blu last inspected?
Bella Blu was last inspected on August 6, 2026.
What was Bella Blu's latest inspection score?
Bella Blu's latest inspection score was 32 points.
How many violations did Bella Blu have in its latest inspection?
Bella Blu had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Bella Blu located?
Bella Blu is located at 967 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10021.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 40512445
Last updated: August 25, 2026