Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 26, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Cafe Metro currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 26, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
June 26, 2026
- Date
- June 26, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 26, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 5, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Cafe Metro has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and June 2025. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Cafe Metro's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cafe Metro's current NYC health grade?
Cafe Metro currently has a A grade.
When was Cafe Metro last inspected?
Cafe Metro was last inspected on June 26, 2026.
What was Cafe Metro's latest inspection score?
Cafe Metro's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Cafe Metro have in its latest inspection?
Cafe Metro had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Cafe Metro located?
Cafe Metro is located at 475 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10017.
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: 50117519
Last updated: July 3, 2026