Subway
Last inspected: Nov 8, 2023
55
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Subway stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 8, 2023. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical. Public records show no inspections at Subway since Nov 8, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to five violations per visit.
“Controlling pests” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Roxbury average 83, so Subway trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 8, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed meatballs stored on service line @ 120F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC added additional water in steam table and ensured pan was submerged
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on front counters and prep tables. Clean to remove all spills / debris
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in prep kitchen blocked with backpacks. Remove and maintain clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies in establishment. Provide current pest reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak from ceiling. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide plumbers report upon completion
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed missing and damaged tiles. Replace
590.006/6-101.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed bread oven leaking water. Discussed with PIC to make repairs on equipment to avoid leak and stagnant water
590.004/4-501.11-C
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Oct 27, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed meatballs stored on service line @ 120F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. PIC added additional water in steam table and ensured pan was submerged
590.003/3-501.16-P1
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on front counters and prep tables. Clean to remove all spills / debris
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in prep kitchen blocked with backpacks. Remove and maintain clear and accessible for handwashing only. Corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies in establishment. Provide current pest reports
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed missing and damaged tiles. Replace
590.006/6-101.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak from ceiling. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide plumbers report upon completion
590.005/5-205.15-C
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Apr 6, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed meatballs stored in steam table @ 123F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F or above. PIC reheated to 165F on site. Corrected
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple immature flies within establishment. PIC provide pest report dated January 2023. Provide current pest report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris inside walk in freezer and front counter tops near hand sink. Clean with frequency to remove and prevent spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
70
Dec 12, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soils on exterior / interior of the upright refrigerated units; heavy ice build up on floor in walk in freezer. Clean all stated equipment to remove soils / spills / debris
590.004/4-601.11-PF
90
Nov 28, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soils on exterior / interior of the upright refrigerated units; heavy ice build up on floor in walk in freezer; food debris on and behind prep table. Clean all stated equipment to remove soils / spills / debris
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple fruit / drain flies throughout establishment along with rodent droppings. Request for a detailed report from your licensed pest company.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple missing / damaged ceiling tiles. Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Observed paper towels dispensers not operating properly. Repair or replace
590.004/4-501.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leak underneath the rinse bay. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide confirmation
590.005/5-205.15-C
70
Aug 15, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed AC leaking in the back storage area. Discussed with PIC to provide previous report of recent repairs to same unit
590.006/6-501.11-C
95
Jul 26, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings behind prep tables. Clean to remove all droppings and continue with weekly pest services.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed AC leaking in the back storage area. Discussed with PIC to provide previous report of recent repairs to same unit
590.006/6-501.11-C
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May 3, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed Tuna / Deli Meats / Sliced Tomatoes stored ranging 45F - 50F at service line. Discussed with PIC to store in walk in cooler and maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. Corrected on site
590.003/3-501.16-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handsink. Provide and maintain for proper drying of the hands
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple rodent droppings on counter tops near front handsink prep tables and near soda syrup area. Provide detailed pest report
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not monitoring the proper handwashing of employee and observed employee not wearing hair restraints while serving food items. Discussed with employees to properly handwash and provide a hair restraint on site
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed both hand sinks with utensils and wiping cloths store in it. Discussed with PIC to remove and maintain clear and accessible for handwashing only. PIC corrected on site
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap at handsink. Provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing requirements
590.006/6-301.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed leaky faucet @ 3 bay sink. Make all repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee without hair restraint while serving. Provide hair straints
590.002/2-402.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Provid handwashing signage at handsink.
590.006/6-301.14-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Maintain all floors clear of food spills and soda spills.
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 Nov 8, 2023. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “controlling pests” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Subway.
How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Roxbury?
Subway most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Roxbury average of 83.
Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Subway means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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