Cafe Metro
475 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, 10017
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jun 26, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 26, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
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.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jun 27, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Mar 5, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 12 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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