Metro Diner
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Metro Diner has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 13, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so Metro Diner trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled egg mixture next to flat top grill at 48F. Operator stated that the eggs had been there about 40 minutes. Operator placed egg mixture in correct pan to be submerged in ice. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed rusty wire racks in dish machine area. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in 2 door reach-in cooler next to fryers. Operator replaced thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth quaternary sanitizer bucket not at proper minimum strength. Operator changed quaternary sanitizer bucket. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
74
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on bottom of food preparation table holding slicer.
22-31-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in dish machine area coming down and separated from bracket. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand mixer with broken safety guard.
14-11-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in single door make station/ reach-in cooler next to fryers. Operator replaced ambient thermometer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the underside of soda dispensing machine near spouts with black mold like substance.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food label on clear containers on clean dish rack across from burners and tumbler. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator had employee close lids. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to hand wash sink across from slicer table and side of food preparation table with food debris and soil. Observed stainless walls in dish area next to dish machine heavily soiled with food debris and black mold like substance. Observed stainless wall behind tumbler machine soil with grease and food debris.
36-27-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary sanitizer on front line a gross from 4 burner stove at 0ppm. Operator corrected quaternary sanitizer to 400ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
61
Jul 9, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 8, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs at 48F and diced tomato at 48F. Operator stated items had been in single door flip top for approximately 1 hour. Operator place ice on items to rapidly cool items . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground pork in same bin as raw turkey. Operator separated items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no measuring device for high temperature dish machine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all food handlers certification expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. Observed ambient thermometer in 2 door reach-in cooler at the end of cook line and 2 door reach-in upright cooler in food preparation area with ambient thermometers not in warmest part of coolers. Operator moved thermometers to warmest part of cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed 3 ceiling tiles in dining room water stains. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple container on clean dish rack with wet nesting. Operator removed container for cleaning and sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice build-up in 2 door reach-in cooler at the beginning of the cook line. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a case of bagged soda syrup on the ground next to soda rack. Employee removed soda syrup. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a 7" x 4" hole in wall behind toaster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black mold like substance on outside near doors of 2 for reach-in cooler at end of cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old food labels on clear containers on clean dish rack. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve cups next to sink on server area not protected by lid. Operator placed a cover over the top. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in 2 foot arch-in cooler at the end of the cook line. Observed standing water in 2 door reach-in cooler at the beginning of the cook line..**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with black mold like substance under 3 compartment sink in dish machine area. Observed wall soiled with black mold like substance in dish machine area next to 3 compartment sink. Observed wall soiled with black mold like substance in dish machine area next to hand wash sink and clean dish rack. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on food preparation table next to bread. Operator removed cloth and placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
33
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed seasoned flour in container on clean dish shelf with visible black mold like substance on container. Operator removed container and disposed of flour. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-27-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in dish area on clear food containers. Operator separated dishes to dry properly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open energy in 2 door reach in cooler on cooks line across from flat top grill.
12B-13-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at the end of cooks line near waffle station. And in 2 door reach in across from flat top on cooks line.
29-49-6
67
Mar 28, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Single serve butters on the tables at 67F. Manager removed and discarded. Educated manager on Time as a Public health control, will send paper work. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Container in flour container without handle. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
74
Oct 23, 2023
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up in ice machine located in dry storage area.
22-20-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed forks stored at hostess station, not properly inverted.
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on dry storage rack across from walk in cooler wet nesting. Operator removed items to be cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up on hood vents over fryers. Observed build up on walls behind fryers. Observed build up on exterior of convection ovens. Observed build up on reach in cooler gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at hostess station sitting on the counter.
21-12-4
78
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line Sliced Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Beef (46F - Cold Holding). Manager placed products underneath unit to cool down. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled mixer head.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee hand wash sink on cook line. Operator added paper towels to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at employee hand wash sink on cook line. Operator added soap to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fans in walk in cooler with dust buildup.
36-50-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed drink and placed in employee storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cups in hostess station wet nesting. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of cook line in front of fryers.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed build up in convection ovens.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk in cooler door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed plastic food pans stored with old labels.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of paper towels stored on floor in employee restroom. Manager removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler on cook line.
29-49-6
37
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Jul 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 on the cook line cracked raw shell eggs and touched clean utensils without washing hands. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol.
12A-27-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol.
12A-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line grooved. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on the shelves on prep area and the dishwashing area. Manager removed containers to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Metro Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Metro Diner on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Metro Diner?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Metro Diner.
How does Metro Diner compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Metro Diner most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Metro Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Metro Diner have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Metro Diner means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Metro Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Metro Diner is inspected around three times per year on average.
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