Metro Diner in Gainesville
Last inspected:
2132 Sw 34 St, Gainesville, FL 32608Part of: Metro Diner Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Metro Diner in Gainesville has accumulated 152 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity in 2022. Fire safety records document one citation for a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Chemical storage, employee health reporting, and consumer advisories are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: February 11, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022009305 | $400.00 | Feb 11, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the fire extinguisher, by the back door, the gauge is in the red zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 3 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Metro Diner in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Metro Diner in Gainesville last inspected?
- Metro Diner in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 12, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Metro Diner in Gainesville last shut down?
- Metro Diner in Gainesville was last shut down on February 11, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Metro Diner in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Metro Diner in Gainesville are: Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Metro Diner in Gainesville had?
- Metro Diner in Gainesville has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Metro Diner in Gainesville find?
- Metro Diner in Gainesville was most recently inspected on November 12, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Metro Diner in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Metro Diner in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Metro Diner in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Metro Diner in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Metro Diner in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Metro Diner in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Metro Diner in Gainesville been fined?
- Metro Diner in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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