Subway
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
86
Score
Public records show 12 inspections at Subway stretching back to 2022. On Feb 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “controlling pests” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average for Mission Hill sits at 82, putting Subway on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Reheating for hot holding (p)
Inspector notes: Meatballs in steam table at 95F. PIC stated meatball container was placed directly into steam table without reheating prior. Meatballs reheated in microwave to 174F. Ensure meatballs are reheated to over 165F daily before placing into hot holding.
590.003/3-403.11-P
86
Aug 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple ceiling tiles observed missing above walkin unit and kitchen entrance. Repair (7.30.25)
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Produce cutting boards observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple ceiling tiles observed missing above walkin unit and kitchen entrance. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
90
Jan 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple rodent droppings observed behind heating oven. Clean sanitize to remove. PIC to provide current detailed IPM report from a licensed exterminator to inca.prince@boston.gov.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff working with RTE foods without hair restraint. Provide and maintain. Corrected on site
590.002/2-402.11-C
86
Jul 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cooked steak temp at 48f and cooked grilled chicken at 51f. PIC voluntarily discarded both products and pulled product from walk in unit at 37F. Retrain staff to monitor accurate temp. Unit temp at 40F. thermometer located inside of unit. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed fruit fly activity in the rear of establishment. Clean areas and provide a updated pest control report for treatment.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: Observed thick orange and black substance inside the ice machine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-601.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Missing CFPM certificate. Provide and post.
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
70
Feb 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing vegetable in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Feb 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing vegetable in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
86
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Staff observed washing vegetable in the 3 bay sink direct to waste. Install food prep sink with proper airgap or provide a plumbers report variance request and procedures to state how an alternative safe prep will be provided.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink located warewashing area observed blocked by trash can. Discontinue and maintain. Corrected on site.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Jasmine not knowlegeable about illness policy hot holding cold holding temperature. Infornation provided by inspector. PIC to train staff on duities.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No spill kit available on site. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No hand soap observed in the warewash area hand sink. Provide and maintain. Corrected on site.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Mechanical-ventilation (c)
Inspector notes: Restroom ventilation observed not operating . Repair
590.006/6-304.11-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink located in the prep area observed not enclosed. Provide
590.003/3-307.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: No conspicuous thermometer observed inside self serve juice and milk refrigerator unit. Provide
590.004/4-204.112-C
50
Nov 30, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity in the rear of the facility - address immediately
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the lids to the trash receptacles are being closed immediately after use to reduce potential rodent activity
590.005/5-501.113-C
Service sink (c)
Inspector notes: Keep the mop sink easily accessible for staff to use throughout the day
590.005/5-203.13-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the interior and exterior of each canister after they are picked up from your trash company
590.005/5-501.116-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Remove plastic cups without handles used to dispense foods and only use commercial grade utensils with handles as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose trash and debris scattered around the back yard
590.005/5-501.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the kitchen / prep floor area from all visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
67
Mar 1, 2023
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Using dressing rooms and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Segragate an area clean and seperate from all food service areas where staff can properly change uniforms and shoes for work
590.006/6-501.110-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors throughout the rear of the restaurant from all visible soils including the walk-in floors
590.006/6-101.11-C
Storage areas redeeming machines receptacles and waste handling units location (c)
Inspector notes: Chain all loose CO-2 tanks scattered in the rear of the restaurant -ensure they are anchored to reduce potential problems
590.005/5-501.19-C
Grease trap(c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible stains and soils
590.005/5-402.12-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Post the PIC current food safety certificate along with the managers if he is not working that particular shift - shouls have it available during all hours of operation
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all table tops and the shelving units underneath from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
590.006/6-501.114-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all designated hand sinks have " Hand washing only signs " as discussed placed in the area
590.006/6-301.14-C
67
Dec 2, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all the lids to each trash receptacle is tightly closed when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
Designation-dressing areas and lockers (c)
Inspector notes: Need to provide a clean and segragated area for employees to properly change into work cloths - ensure all coats and hats can be hung up and stored away from foods and food service areas
590.006/6-305.11-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Replace the compromised ceiling tile above the walk-in unit in the rear
590.006/6-201.17-C
86
May 24, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evience or rodent activity in the rear of the business - address and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean walls in the kitchen and the back door from visible food spills
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean exteruior of all cooking euipment refrigeration freezer inits shelves inside the walk-in and shelves under prep table from all voisible food spills
590.004/4-602.13-C
Area enclosures and receptacles good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure lids are on tight and free from holes - replace where needed
590.005/5-501.111-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all trash receptacles from all visible food spills
590.005/5-501.116-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all visible loose trash and debris scattered around the barrels
590.005/5-501.15-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Post hand ashing only signs behind sinks in the food prep
590.006/6-301.14-C
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Subway.
How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Subway most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around two violations 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 three times per year on average.
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