Subway
Last inspected: Jul 7, 2017
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Score
The health department has logged 14 inspections at Subway, the earliest from 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 7, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The most recent inspection at Subway is from Jul 7, 2017, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Subway on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Jul 7, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 30, 2017
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL HOLE AROUND DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AND SPRAYER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.--------MUST REPAIR CEILING VENT INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REORGANIZE. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND WALK-IN COOLER WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE, WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49.8F. EMPLOYEE WAS AWARE OF WALK-IN COOLER BREAKDOWN SINCE YESTERDAY (06/29). ALSO RREACH-IN COOLER BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 48.2F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, COOLERS WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40.OF OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER (WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.9F) NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING DELI FOOD PRODUCTS: HAM AT 46.9F/48.7F/47.8F/48.1F/47.5F, TURKEY AT 46.6F/47.8F/48.9F, SALAMI AT 47.1F,46.8F/49.7F/46.9F, STEAK AT 47.7F/ 46.7F/49.9F/47.6F, GYRO AT 48.9F/47.2F, CHEESE AT 47.6F/46.9F/48.6F. CHICKEN BREAST AT 46.7F, 47.6F. SLICED TOMATO AT 48.6F/47.6F/49.1F. SLICED GREEN PEPPER AT 46.3F/47.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 400 LBS, TOTAL VALUE $ 750.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: FOUND WASTE/SEWAGE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA (WITH SEWAGE SMELL AND BLACK PARTICLES). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH VISIBLE EXCESSIVE BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES (PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE) SEVERE BUILD-UP LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE WHICH TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS (EG DELI MEAT, CHICKEN, MEATBALLS, SOUPS ETC) FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. (CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER SHOWED UP AN HOUR LATER AFTER THE INSPECTION). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: FOUND NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON PREMISES (10-21-2016, INSPECTION REPORT# 1966946). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, A SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010 (B)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH SODA DISPENSER MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE SODA SYRUP SPILLAGE UNDERNEATH SODA SYRUP SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA (NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER).---------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Oct 21, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 19, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DINING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING WATER COMING FROM POP STATION AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER IN FRONT COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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May 28, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EG DELI MEAT, TUNA SALAD, SOUPS, MEATBALLS, CHICKEN ETC.) INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR CABINET WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS UNDERNEATH BEVERAGE DISPENSER MACHINE AND COUNTER TOP UNDER AND AROUND BEVERAGE DISPENSER MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. MUST USE PROPER RAISED SHELVES AND NO MILK CRATES AS SHELVES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Oct 31, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear storage shelving in kitchen area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Above violation still remainin(Floors under 3 compartment sink, rear storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)).
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Oct 29, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Found rear exposed hand sink in in rear prep area in state of disrepair, no maintained, above exposed hand sink was leaking from behind wall, water leaking on floor, behind wall. Mgmt was advised to use exposed hand sink in front prep area. Mgmt was advised that exposed hand sink must be functional, and in good repair at all times.Citation issued 7-38-030. Critical violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced, rear storage shelving in kitchen areas that had peeling paint/rust/shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear storage shelving in kitchen area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under 3 compartment sink, rear storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tile by front prep area, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet of 3 compartment sink leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
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May 27, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 23, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER THROUGHOUT THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT DURING THIS INSPECTION.WATER TEMPERATURE 50F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HANDSINK NOT MAINTAINED (BROKEN) WATER WAS FOUND TURNED OFF. EMPLOYEE TURNED ON THE WATER SHUTT-OFF BENEATH SINK AND WATER COMES OUT BENEATH THE WALL (NON-STOP) ON TO THE KITCHEN FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THAT EXPOSED HANDSINK MUST BE FUNCTIONAL,ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING AT ALL TIMES.INSTRUCTED TO USE EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND FRONT FOODSERVICE AREA. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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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 A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MAKING SANDWICHES,SOUP, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA, REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS ABOVE FRONT SERVICE.
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Jan 8, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of rear storage racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers and bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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May 25, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED,FOUND ICE MAKER OF THE SODA MACHINE VERY DIRTY,EXCESSIVE BLACK MOLDY MATERIAL CLINGING TO WALLS AND TUBE TOUCHING FLOW OF WATER TO ICE,SERIOUS VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND DISCARD ICE;BEFORE END OF INSPECTION MANAGER HAS BEEN CLEANING THE MACHINE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CABINETS UNDER SERVICE LINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN PREP AREA UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Nov 30, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Storage cabinets, sinks and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light through-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Rear door worn bottom right corner. Instructed to repair to prevent daylight.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Front exposed handsink cold water leaking at faucet. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
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Mar 14, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Storage cabinets and coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in corners and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile not maintained. Instructed to replace any missing ceiling tile.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer visible inside all coolers.
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Jun 7, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. MUST READJUST SWEEP/STRIP ON EXIT DOOR
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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. FLOOR IN GREASE TRAP AREA MUST BE FINISH,MUST BE SMOOTH;FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. CEILING VENTS IN LADIES WASHROOM UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN 1 PREP COOLER
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jul 7, 2017. The public record contains 14 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 eight 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 four 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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