Subway
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2025
90
Score
Public records show 25 inspections at Subway stretching back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged nine times.
Subway's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.
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90
May 29, 2024
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKY PIPING ON FRONT PREP HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. MUST BE MAINTAINED ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 ALL CITY OF CHICAGO'S CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS AND MAINTAIN ON ON-SITE FOR REVIEW
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May 20, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... APPROXIMATELY 1.5 LBS LEAFY SPINACH, 1 LB COOKED EGGS, 1 LB FRESH MOZZARELLA CHEESE, 2 LBS VEGGIE PATTIES. NOTED TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 50-53F. ALL STORED INSIDE COLD HOLD UNIT IN FRONT PREP. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PIC DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY DURING THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: During the inspection, approximately 25 small droppings were observed in the following areas on the premises: underneath the storage rack in the rear, scattered on the floor, inside a 2-door cabinet in the front prep area where napkins, prepackaged items, and crackers are stored, and inside the cabinets where the beverage dispenser is located. It was instructed to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize the mentioned areas, and eliminate the activity. This is a priority foundation violation. Citation has been issued.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. MUST BE MAINTAINED ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALL CITY OF CHICAGO'S CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS AND MAINTAIN ON ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY PIPING ON FRONT PREP HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Apr 20, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WHEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS RUNNING. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO THAT THE FLOOR DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP WITH WASTE WATER. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN REAR OF FACILITY DRY STORAGE UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION DUE TO THE ONE ON SITE HAS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 2, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN REAR OF FACILITY DRY STORAGE UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NEW EMPLOYEE WITHOUT THE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.
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Jul 20, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE OF 04/09/2021. MUST PROVIDE VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: MANAGER PROVIDED NO PROOF OF 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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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE. SEE #2
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDWASHING SINK NEAR WALK IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINAGE AT FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MANAGER UNABLE TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITHOUT CERTIFIED MANAGHER CERTIFICATE.
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Oct 13, 2020
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE HAND SINK IN THE PUBLIC RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Jan 3, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: MANAGER PROVIDED NO PROOF OF 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. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPICES IN SHAKERS ALONG THE FRONT SERVICING COUNTER WITH NO LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS ON ALL SPICES AND BULK POWDERS WITH ITS COMMON NAME WHEN TAKING OUT OF ITS ORGINAL PACKAGING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR NEAR THE BACK DOOR TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY.
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Jun 6, 2019
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS THROUGH OUT PREMISES AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 2 CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS ON DUTY WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL MANAGER HOLDING THE CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Sep 27, 2018
Reinspection
2 major violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) - OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 - OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005
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Sep 20, 2018
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) - OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 - OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 (E) (2) - OBSERVED PREMISES WITHOUT A LOG BOOK CONTAINING A WRITTEN RECORD OF PEST CONTROL. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A COMPLETE LOG BOOK FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(C).
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 - NOTED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND BE ABLE TO VERIFY.
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Aug 14, 2017
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jun 7, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FLOORS DIRTY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: REAR STORAGE AREA IN CORNERS AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER UNDERNEATH THE SHELVING. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO REMOVE ORGANIC MATTER.
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Sep 21, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR UNDERNEATH THE METAL SHELVING UNITS IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE REAR OF PREMISES OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Jan 6, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Apr 23, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Jun 4, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT#1385352 5/28/14 #18 NOT CORRECTED STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 25 RODENT DROPPINGS ON LOWER SHELF AT BAG STORAGE & BEHIND PRINTER MIXED IN WITH DIRT.ALSO FRONT AND REAR DOOR SWEEPS ARE STILL WORN.DROPPINGS ARE BEING REMOVED & DOOR SWEEPS ARE BEING REPLACED MANAGER HAD TO GO TO STORE TO PURCHASE DOOR SWEEPS AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW THAT WAS GIVEN ON PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 5/28/14.A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE GIVEN TODAY TO DISPLAY AND BE VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: EMPTY BOXES ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR INSTRUCTED REMOVE BOXES OFF FLOOR
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May 28, 2014
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS IN LOWER CABINET OF PAPER GOOD STORAGE & LOWER SHELF OF CASH REGISTER & BEHIND PRINTER MIXED IN WITH DIRT.ALSO FRONT & REAR DOOR SWEEPS ARE WORN.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/28/14.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: EMPTY BOXES ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR INSTRUCTED REMOVE BOXES OFF FLOOR
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Mar 5, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPTY BOXES ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR INSTRUCTED REMOVE BOXES OFF FLOOR.
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Sep 20, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE NOZZLES AT THE SODA MACHINE AND THE CLEAN INSIDE THREE DOOR CABINET UNDERNEATH.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPTMENT THROUGHOUT RESTAURANT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
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Mar 7, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE POP MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE POP DISPENSER UNITS.
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Mar 15, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN SHELVING UNITS AT COLD HOLDING UNIT.
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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 CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER & FLOOR DRAINS.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES.
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Jan 24, 2011
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. DETAIL CLEAND FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPTMENT THROUGHOUT RESTAURANT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Mar 22, 2010
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Apr 8, 2025. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Subway.
Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two 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 two times per year on average.
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