METRO CAFE in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 27, 2026
📍 297 7 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10001 ·
🍽️ American
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🚇 Herald Square-34th Street, Penn Station-34th Street
Overview
Metro Cafe in Midtown South received a Grade C on its most recent NYC DOHMH inspection in 2026, scoring 28 points. The American restaurant has 7 inspections on record dating back to 2024, with its current Grade C marking its only inspection result to date, and no emergency closures on record.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
METRO CAFE in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Full Inspection History (8 records)
GRADE A
May 27, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 10
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.
Violations:
10B
Mar 18, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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.
Mar 18, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 22
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.
Violations:
06C
Apr 30, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
Dec 2, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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 di...
Dec 2, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
GRADE C
Jul 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 28
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.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Apr 2, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
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.
Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food not cooked to re...
METRO CAFE in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: News Coverage (1)
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METRO CAFE in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was METRO CAFE last inspected?
- METRO CAFE was last inspected on May 27, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 10 points.
- What is METRO CAFE's current health grade?
- METRO CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has METRO CAFE had?
- METRO CAFE has 8 health inspections on record from April 2024 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at METRO CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at METRO CAFE was 29 points on April 2, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has METRO CAFE ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. METRO CAFE has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.