Metropolis Cafe

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings5
• critical findings0

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)
  Inspector note: No one site with a current Food Alllergen Certification. Provide.
  code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Cardboard being used line shelves in the basement storage area. Discontinue and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable smooth surface. Storage racks inside of the walk-in cooler with evidence of what appears to be a rust-like substance. Address and resurface.
  code 590.004/4-202.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
  Inspector note: Faucet to single bay sink in the basement preparation area is cracked. Address make any necessary repairs or replace.
  code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
  Inspector note: Light above storage shelves in the basement area. Provide.
  code 590.006/6-202.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Controlling Pests (C)
  Inspector note: Evidence of what appears to be rodent droppings on the basement storage floor. Clean to remove and provide an up to date pest control report.
  code 590.006/6-501.111-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on July 25, 2019: 5 findings appeared for the first time.

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