Subway

875 William T Morrissey Bl, Dorchester, MA 02122
American
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Subway has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Subway scores about where you'd expect for a Dorchester restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing procedures required for V&D kit. Replace and provide proof of purchase of a new Vomit and Diarrhea kit to confirm clean up procedures are available.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Missing a valid Servesafe Certifcate. Provide and post as required.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing procedures required for V&D kit. Replace and provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Food debris observed on the floor inside the walk in freezer. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Missing a valid Servesafe Certifcate. Provide and post as required.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
82
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: There is no hot water available due to a broken water heater / Plumber is on site and working to replace heater / Discontinue all food prep and service until replacement is made and hot water is verified
590.005/5-103.11-PF
90
Jul 9, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small rodent droppings noted under 3 bay sink / Remove. Orkin provides weekly extermintions no IPM reports on site / email lasy 3 months of IPM
590.006/6-501.111-PF
90
Mar 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 20, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of fruit fly activity noted behind the soda dispensor. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Single use paper products/utensils observed being stored directly under the drainage pipe to the hand sink. Disconitnue and store all sinlge use equipment in a clean and protected manner.
590.003/3-305.12-C
86
Feb 24, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Walk-in refrigerator with an elevated temperature of 50F on the LED temperature guage. Foods inside of the walk-in were at 41F.Owner is aware of the situation and stated it may be from the door being left open for a certain period of time. Address and ensure unit is able to maintain at below 41F or discontinue use until repairs have been made.
590.004/4-202.16-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Back flow prevention device to the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
86
Jun 16, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Sliced deli meats and vegetables inside of the 2 door deli cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 48F. PIC stated that the foods had been placed into the unit from earlier in the day. Ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Pipe under the 3 bay sink is leaking. Address and make any necessary repairs.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Ice build-up observed on th inside of the 2 door cooler. Address and make any necessary repairs. 2 Door deli unit with an elevated temperature of 53F. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F. All foods were removed at the time of the inspection and placed into the walk-in cooler.
590.004/4-202.16-C
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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, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Subway most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent 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 two times per year on average.