EL METRO RESTAURANTE CAFETERIA
5353-5355 NW 72 AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.9/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/26/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
4
Basic
5
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ground beef container stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed towel. Corrected On-Site
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Repeat Violation
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing station in front of cook line. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled over three compartment sink. Operator labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/26/2025 revealed 10 total violations (1 high priority, 4 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 12/30/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Inspection Details:
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: At time of callback inspection observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: At ti e of callback inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/30/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
9
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter. Operator stored scoop correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between wall and hand sink in kitchen. Operator removed knives. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water at 90°F on steam table in kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed device installed over a dry food shelf. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork and raw chicken thawing at room temperature by Walk in freezer. Operator removed food to Walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container under prep table in kitchen. Operator labeled container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/23/2024 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 7/19/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 10-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop and spoon in standing water at 80\00BAF by steam table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-19: At time of callback inspection observed Observed scoop and spoon in standing water at 80\00BAF by steam table inside kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-19: At time of callback inspection observed Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-19: At time of callback inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/19/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 5/20/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
6
Basic
9
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bucket stored inside rice container in dry storage. Operator removed bucket. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lentil container stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed container from floor. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong stored on oven handle inside kitchen. Operator removed tong. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop and spoon in standing water at 80°F by steam table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the one on left silver microwave interior on shelf over reach in cooler in front of cook line in kitchen. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by hand sink inside kitchen. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of cook line in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container under prep table inside kitchen. Operator labeled container. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw liver inside reach in cooler in front of cook line in kitchen. Operator stored products correctly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside in back kitchen. Operator sent can opener to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Repeat Violation Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with degreaser not labeled inside ware washing area. Operator labeled spry bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/20/2024 revealed 16 total violations (1 high priority, 6 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 3/13/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside Walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: At time of callback inspection still observed rust in walk in cooler shelves. **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: At time of Callback inspection No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/13/2024 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 1/8/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
4
Basic
6
Total
12
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed left cutting board by steam table inside kitchen.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons and scoop in standing water at 90°F by steam table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler by hand wash sink inside kitchen.
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken milanesa container not covered inside Walk-in cooler. Operator covered container. Corrected On-Site
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Operator stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 12A-27-4:High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and handling clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Inspector trained employee how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License Expired since October 1st, 2023. Operator renewed License during inspection. Confirmation number 23739838. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside back kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Repeat Violation
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spry bottle with degreaser not labeled on shelf over three compartment sink. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/8/2024 revealed 12 total violations (2 high priority, 4 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 7/11/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed Front counter removed without plan reviewed and approved. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-02: At time of callback inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: At time of callback inspection observed No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Admin Complaint
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/11/2023 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 0 basic).