Metro Diner in Bradenton
Last inspected:
4726 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34209Part of: Metro Diner Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Metro Diner in Bradenton has logged 25 inspections since 2016 with 145 total violations, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, with employee health reporting violations cited in at least 7 inspections, handwashing procedure violations in at least 6 inspections, and chemical storage violations in at least 5 inspections. A single disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone during a February 2024 inspection. The most recent inspection on February 13, 2026 identified 8 violations including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, handwashing procedures, and food contact surfaces, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Metro Diner in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Metro Diner in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021016753 | $200.00 | Mar 16, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Metro Diner in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Metro Diner in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Metro Diner in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Metro Diner in Bradenton last inspected?
- Metro Diner in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Metro Diner in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Metro Diner in Bradenton are: Toxic substance control, Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Metro Diner in Bradenton had?
- Metro Diner in Bradenton has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Metro Diner in Bradenton find?
- Metro Diner in Bradenton was most recently inspected on February 13, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Metro Diner in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Metro Diner in Bradenton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Metro Diner in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Metro Diner in Bradenton has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Metro Diner in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Metro Diner in Bradenton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Metro Diner in Bradenton been fined?
- Metro Diner in Bradenton has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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