Subway
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025
45
Score
Subway has been inspected nine times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 26, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Controlling pests” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Boston facility scores 86, putting Subway on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed handsink in prep area blocked with bags / utensils. Discussed with PIC to maintain handsink clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed prep tables / bread oven and single door unit with food spills and debris. Discussed with PIC to frequently clean to eliminate build up
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handsink in bathroom. Provide and maintain paper towels at handsink for efficient handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no handsoap at front counter handsink. Discussed with PIC to maintain hand soap at all times for efficient handwashing. COS
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple ready to eat food items stored in single door unit and walk in cooler without date marking and held over 24hrs per PIC. Provide date marking on all ready to eat food items held over 24 hrs stored in refrigerated units
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bread on racks uncovered while stored in prep / warewashing area. Provide a covering to protect from contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed water / food spills / debris on floors in prep area / front counter and underneath staircase. Clean to remove all water / spills
590.006/6-201.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed foods stored on floor in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to maintain foods stored elevated at least 6" off the floor in to prevent contamination
590.003/3-305.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak underneath 3 bay compartment sink. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a report
590.005/5-205.15-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Repair and ensure all paper towel dispensers are operating at all handsinks
590.004/4-501.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all non-operating equipment to prevent clutter in prep area
590.006/6-501.114-C
45
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies on walls in dining area and near mop sink. Discussed with PIC to contact pest control for immediate services to treat pest activity. Last report provided - 6/11/25
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Jun 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies on walls in dining area and near mop sink. Discussed with PIC to contact pest control for immediate services to treat pest activity. Last report provided - 6/11/25
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxed of food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to maintain food stored elevated 6" off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed baked breads and cookies stored unprotected on rolling rack and prep table. Discussed with PIC to provide covering to protect from contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
82
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed baked breads and cookies stored unprotected on rolling rack and prep table. Discussed with PIC to provide covering to protect from contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed boxed of food stored on floor in walk in cooler. Discussed with PIC to maintain food stored elevated 6" off the floor.
590.003/3-305.11-C
90
Feb 25, 2025
Routine
6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills on hot holding table; heavy syrups on soda lines and shelving; front line countertops; Observed bulk containers / drawers for produce with soils. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment and maintain free of spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink blocked with towels and utensils in prep area. Discussed with PIC to monitor and maintain all hand sinks clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at service counter hand sink. Discussed with PIC to ensure all handsinks are fully stocked with handsoap. COS
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC / Owner not monitoring proper cleaning and sanitizing of equipment; cleanliness of establishment prior to opening; proper stocking of handsinks for employee handwashing. Instructed PIC to review/retrain all employees of food safety knowledge0
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat foods stored inside walk in cooler held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods stored in walk in over 24hrs
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer for wiping cloths for cleaning of utensils and counters on the service line. Maintain at all times for proper usage of wiping cloths
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed floors soiled throughout establishment. Clean with frequency and maintain soil / spill free throughout operation
590.006/6-201.11-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy clutter of boxes within upper hallway. Clean and organize
590.006/6-501.114-C
50
Jan 10, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed front hand sink without paper towels. Discussed with PIC to ensure all hand sinks are with paper towels at all times. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy rodent dropping throughout food establishment (photos taken) and live mouse / roach / immature flies while on site. Discussed with owner via telephone to contact pest control services for immediate and frequent services. Provide a detail IPM report for all areas including ceiling
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in prep area blocked with chair. Discussed with PIC to ensure hand sinks are clear and accessible for hand washing only. PIC COS
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed ready to eat foods stored in walk in cooler held over 24hrs per PIC without date marking. Provide date marking on all ready to eat foods held over 24 hrs in walk in cooler
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Observed damaged door sweep on main entrance (street) door. Provide in order to prevent pest entry
590.006/6-202.15-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy rodent dropping on dining room floor and upper level. Clean to remove and maintain at all times
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills / debris on prep tables and totes in prep area. Thoroughly clean to remove all spills / debris
590.004/4-602.13-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy volume of cardboard boxes stored at back stairway and inside storage room on upper level. Instructed PIC to frequently remove all cardboard boxes after deliveries to prevent blocking of egress and stairway including storage room on upper level
590.005/5-502.11-C
55
Nov 15, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature flies in prep area. Contact licensed pest control for weekly services and provide report prior to reinspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed clutter in storage rooms. Continue to remove unrelated / non working equipment from establishment and organized
590.006/6-501.114-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak at sanitizer connection. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
82
Nov 1, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in bathroom. Discussed with PIC to provide and maintain paper towels at all hand sinks. COS
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed immature flies in prep area. PIC provided current pest report. Instructed PIC to resolve issues stated on pest report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap in bathroom. Discussed with PIC to provide and maintain hand soap at all hand sinks. COS
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food spills on hot holding table and inside non-operating refrigerator in storage area; heavy food debris on oven tray. Thoroughly clean all stated equipment and maintain clean and sanitized at all times
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy clutter in storage rooms. Remove all unrelated / non working equipment from establishment and ensure storage room is organized
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris on floor in prep area and damaged ceiling tiles. Thoroughly clean and maintain free of soils / debris; Replace damaged tiles
590.006/6-201.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed non operating refrigerator in storage area with spoiled food inside. Discussed with PIC to repair or remove from location
590.004/4-501.11-C
Frequency-removal (c)
Inspector notes: Observed empty boxes on floor in prep area. Remove with frequency of all unused boxes
590.005/5-502.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak @ 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a plumbers report
590.005/5-205.15-C
52
Apr 12, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand soap empty at prep kitchen hand sink. Discussed with PIC to monitor and ensure all handsinks are fully stocked with handsoap. Corrected on site
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy bread crumbs / spills on counter top behind service line. Clean to remove all spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Toilet tissue availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no toilet tissue in restroom. Provide and maintain at all times
590.006/6-302.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed paper towels dispensers not properly operating. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Observed food spills / debris on floors at service line. Discussed with PIC to ensure cleaning is frequently taken place at slow periods throughout the day
590.006/6-501.12-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Subway.
How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Boston?
Subway most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Boston average of 86.
Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Subway means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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