Metro Cafe
297 7 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10001
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (2 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on May 27, 2026
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Apr 30, 2025 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection | 1 |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Jul 22, 2024 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 6 (2 critical) |
| Apr 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 5 (4 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 5×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 3×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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