Subway
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2018
90
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Subway stretching back to 2013. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 12, 2018. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Subway is from Jan 12, 2018, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Subway on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED THE LIGHT BRUNT OUT ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIMPENT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 19, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
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Apr 5, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE FOOD STORAGE RACKS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER (BOXES, DEBRIS, ETC.) PILED UP NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MINIMIZE CLUTTER AND DISCARD UNECCESSARY ITEMS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS SHALL BE REQUIRED TO USE EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS TO CONFINE HAIR AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 28, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MEN'S TOILET BOWL WITH GRIMES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN
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Jun 21, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN
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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: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. WE(MANAGER AND I)OBSERVED REAR BOTTOM DOOR WITH A GAP OF 1/4" TO 1/2" OPENING.PLASTIC CLEAR BAG ARE STORED BETWEEN THE FRAME OF THE DOOR AND DOOR,WHICH HALF OF THE PLASTIC IS BROKEN. NEED TO RODENT /INSECT PROOF SAID DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MEN'S TOILET BOWL WITH GRIMES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Dec 14, 2015
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 WALK IN FREEZER AND COOLER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: HOOD VENTILATION UNIT ABOVE OVEN IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 23, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN SODA BOXES AND HOSES TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER SHELVES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO ONE ON SITE WITH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. LEFT INFORMATION WITH MANAGER ON HOW TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES.
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Sep 10, 2014
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN DRIP TRAY IN SELF-SERVE BEVERAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Jun 4, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR CEILING IN WOMEN WASHROOM(WATER DAMAGE).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREA. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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90
Dec 2, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 25, 2013
License
3 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: THE WALK-IN FREEZER IS NOT TURNED ON,NOT WORKING AT THIS TIME,ALSO THE HOT HOLDING UNITS NOT MAINTAING PROPER TEMPERATURE,READING 109.8F,NO CITATION ISSUED
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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: THE FRONT EXIT DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOF,HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,NO CITATION ISSUED
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COLD HOLDING UNIT
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jan 12, 2018. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Subway.
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.
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