Subway 5183
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
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Score
Public records show 22 inspections at Subway 5183 stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HANGING BELOW THE RIM OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE DEVICE TO HOLD THE SPRAYER ABOVE THE WATER RIM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING IN THE REST ROOM UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE LOWER REACH IN UNITS WHERE THE MEAT SLICER AND BREAD OVEN ARE LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO PULL FROM WALLS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSIIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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Jul 10, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Jun 28, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: EXPIRED ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL CITY/PENDING CITY CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 25, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA DRAINS SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Jan 21, 2021
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 18, 2020
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 15, 2019
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA/ DISH WASHING AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN DURING TIME OF RE-INSPECTION. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA 2/8/19. THERE WERE NO CHANGES MADE AT TIME OF RE-INSPECTION 2/15/19. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL.A PRIORITY FOUNDATION ITEM NOT CORRECTED IN THE TIME FRAME SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT SHALL BE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY ITEM. PRIORITY.7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
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Feb 8, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ,7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38.010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER TO ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
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Jun 20, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed chipped paint on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to resurface and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed grease buildup on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed soiled paper towels and toilet tissue on floor in customer restrooms. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed dust accumulation on light shield covers above front counter area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed small leak at hand sink faucet neck in customs restroom.Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
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Dec 7, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed utensils (coffee equipment, spoons, etc.) inside basin of hand sink in front prep area, making it in accessible. Instructed hand sink may only be used for the purpose of washing hands only. Hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. Operator removed items from the hand sink during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed black, slimy, mold like substance around faucet handles in restroom. Must detail clean and sanitize faucet. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed open/uncovered floor drain in restroom. Must provide drain cover to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed equipment not in use stored in rear prep area. Must remove if not in use to prevent pest harborage.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Observed no proof of food handler training (for 2 female new hires) on site. Must provide proof of food handler training for all employees. Must maintain records on site at all times.
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Jan 30, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT THE LIGHT FIXTURES LOCATED ABOVE THE SANDWICH PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND ONE FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER WITHOUT HIS IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE.
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Aug 15, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WORNED OUT WITH DARK STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN KNOZZLES AT THE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 14, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS--SANDWICHES ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM IS DIRTY.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM URINAL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 16, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED BOTTOM SHELVING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER LINED WITH CARDBOARD PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 11, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MOP THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
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Dec 17, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR FOR LETTUCE SLICER MACHINE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BATHROOM SINK NOT CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.
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Jan 31, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 4LBS OF MEAT BALLS AND 5 LBS OF CHICKEN AT TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 110.3F-129.6F HELD IN STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO STORE HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $10.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Nov 17, 2011
Tag Removal
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING.MUST REPAIR,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Nov 15, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANIIZED.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION -MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING.MUST REPAIR,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 14, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED PREMISES USING PLASTIC CRATES TO ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVES IN ORDER TO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL ITEMS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.
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Jan 15, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVES, BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER AND IN WASHROOM AND REMOVE SPILLS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREA TO STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS. MUST ALSO REMOVE FOUL ODORS FROM WASHROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway 5183 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway 5183 on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway 5183?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Subway 5183.
Has Subway 5183's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway 5183 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Subway 5183 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 5183 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Subway 5183 is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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