Subway

2195 Commonwealth Av, Brighton, MA 02135
American
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Subway appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “system maintained in good repair” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Brighton average 88, so Subway is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Very low water pressure at toilet hand sink. Repair to provide proper pressure.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels missing at toilet handsink. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Refrigerating unit with cardboard (soiled) covering shelves. Remove and clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Very low water pressure at toilet hand sink. Repair to provide proper pressure.
590.005/5-205.15-C
82
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler holding at 51F. TCS chicken defrosting in unit was removed and placed into another reach in cooler holding at below 41F. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
90
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Cleaning procedure (p)
Inspector notes: No evidence of handwashing. Retrain staff. COS.
590.002/2-301.12-P
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: No allergen awareness certificate. Provide. (3) Food Allergen Awareness Training. (a) Such food establishments shall have on staff a certified food protection manager who has been issued a Massachusetts certificate of allergen awareness training by an allergen awareness training verification program recognized by the Department. The certificate will be valid for five years. (b) The certified food protection manager shall: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of major food allergens by posting the Massachusetts food allergen awareness training certificate; and 2. Ensure that employees are properly trained in food allergy awareness as it relates to their assigned duties.
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Cases of soda in front of handsink. Corrected on site.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler holding at 51F. TCS chicken defrosting in unit was removed and placed into another reach in cooler holding at below 41F. Make all necessary repairs.
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: What appears to be mice droppings under soda fountain. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Provide updated IPM pest control report upon reinspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No soap in restroom. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and disinfect the restroom of all visible soils.
590.006/6-501.18-C
50
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Meatballs at hot holding service line at 88F Removed at the time of the inspection and reheated to above 41F Products shall be at 135For above prior to placing out for service
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Sanitizers criteria-chemicals (p)
Inspector notes: Quats sanitizer from an automated system at the 3 bay sink tested at above 500ppm at the time of the inspection A service call was made at this time and employees shall add water to the sanitizer solution to ensure it is maintained at 150-400ppm Corrected at this time
590.007/7-204.11-P
74
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Meatballs in hot holding line at 105F- Removed at the time of theinspection and reheated to 170F Reviewed with PIC
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: .Evidence of pest activity in the lower level- Droppings noted throughout area Provide updated detailed pest control reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) (b) and (d) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles storing (c)
Inspector notes: Single use food service items stored directly on the floor in the lower level Store all items a minimum of 6" off of the floor Plastic containers with packaged food items stored on top of empty water bottles Store away from wall and a minimum of 6" off of the floor for proper pest control treatment in the area
590.004/4-903.11-C1
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: .Lower level area with unused equipment and area needs to be cleaned and swept for proper pest management
590.006/6-501.114-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: .Restroom that is used by employees with soils on the sink and toilet- Clean with proper frequency
590.006/6-501.18-C
67
Nov 1, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of some refrigerating unit soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-601.11-C
95
Oct 13, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Where to wash (pf)
Inspector notes: Employee states she washes hands at three bay sink. Discontinue use handwashing sinks only.
590.002/2-301.15-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink blocked with large amount of boxes with bottles and other food products. Keep accessible all the time.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Several boxes with packaged food and beverage products stored on the floor. Elevate properly 6 inches or above.
590.003/3-305.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Allergen Certification expired. Provide a current one.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Walls at three bay sink soiled with black substance. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of some refrigerating unit soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Subway most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Subway inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway is inspected around three times per year on average.