Subway
Last inspected: Jan 4, 2017
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Score
Going back to 2010, Subway has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jan 4, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Subway's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 4, 2017; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited three times.
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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Inspection History
Jan 4, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BASEMENT STAIRWELL, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STAIRWELL TO THE BASEMENT (SOUTH/SOUTHEAST) WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE WALL, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/RESEAL. ALSO IN THE DINING AREA CLEAN ALL FAN BLADES DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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May 25, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER WAS PROVIDED INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER UNDER THE COUNTER. MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE BOXES AND CLUTTER FROM THE BASEMENT STAIRWAY TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE BASEMENT.
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Sep 17, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAINS WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 10, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, WATER MUST BE RELEASED AND DRAIN SLOW AT INTERVALS OR WILL ACCUMULATE ONTO FLOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE PROPERLY DRAINING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAINS WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT OUT IN WALK-IN FREEZER. REPLACE SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE GREASE INTERCEPTOR. INSTD TO LOCATE SAME OR PROVIDE.
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Jul 11, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (TURKEY, SOUP, CHICKEN, ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ICE ACCUMULATION ON INTERIOR OF WALK IN FREEZER. REMOVE ICE ACCUMULATION AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK IN FREEZER. MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING WITHIN WALK IN FREEZER AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 17, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (TURKEY, SOUP, CHICKEN, ETC). INSTD TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SMALL HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR. REPAIR SAME. WALLS BEHIND/UNDER PREP TABLE IN REAR NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. WORN CAULKING WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE AT BASE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTD TO REMOVE AND REPLACE SAME.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS (HATS) IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.
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Jan 22, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDERNEATH SHELVING RACKS IN REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN VENT ABOVE UPRIGHT OVENS BEHIND FRONT PREP AREA
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Jun 20, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS IN THE MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOM HAS DUS BUILDUP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE CEILING IN THE MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Jun 16, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Jul 1, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; CABINETS UNDER EXPOSED SINK FRONT SERVING AREA AND CABINETS UNDER SODA MACHINE.
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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 THRU-OUT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jan 4, 2017. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three 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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