Metate Mexican Restaurant

3515 Johnson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2024
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Metate Mexican Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 18, 2024. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F”, which has been cited three times.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Metate Mexican Restaurant on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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.
06C
74
May 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.
06C
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.
02G
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
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.
10F
61
Apr 4, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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.
02G
74
Sep 14, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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.
02G
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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.
10B
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Metate Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Metate Mexican Restaurant on file is from Dec 18, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Metate Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Metate Mexican Restaurant.

How does Metate Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Metate Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Metate Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Metate Mexican Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Metate Mexican Restaurant 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 Metate Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Metate Mexican Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.