A

American · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square

METRO CAFE health grade & inspection history

297 7 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10001

10 latest violation-point score

Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (May 27, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on May 27, 2026; lower is better.

Latest NYC health inspection

Health inspection snapshot

May 27, 2026Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).

Inspection details

Latest health code violations

  • 06F
    Critical violation

    Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

  • 10B

    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.

  • 10F

    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.

Score trend

METRO CAFE inspection history

12 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.

DateGradeScoreViolationsInspection
May 27, 2026A103Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Mar 18, 2026225Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Mar 18, 20261Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Apr 30, 20251Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Dec 2, 2024133Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Dec 2, 20241Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Jul 22, 2024C286Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Apr 2, 2024295Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Repeat patterns

Recurring violation codes

Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.

  • 10F
    Recorded in 5 inspections

    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.

  • 06C
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

  • 20-06
    Recorded in 3 inspections

    Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

  • 10B
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 02G
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    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.

  • 06D
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

  • 06E
    Recorded in 2 inspections

    Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

Official location

METRO CAFE on the map

Common questions

METRO CAFE inspection FAQ

What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for METRO CAFE?

The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated May 27, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 10 violation points.

When was METRO CAFE last inspected?

The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated May 27, 2026.

Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?

Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.

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