Subway
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2014
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Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Subway stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Oct 2, 2014. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at Subway is from Oct 2, 2014, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Among Chicago restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Oct 2, 2014
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 ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED,SOUPS,MAKING SANDWICHES,ETC UPON INSPECTION.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND ICE DISPENSER OF POP MACHINE NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: STORAGE SUPPLIES,BLEACH,CEILING TILES,STORED ON FLOOR IN OFFICE.MUST PROPERLY ELEVATE AT LEAST 6-INCHES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AT REAR PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Mar 19, 2014
License
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: LIGHT SHIELD IN CEILING PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.ALSO SOILED CEILING TILES IN DINING ROOM.MUST REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY FAUCET AT 1-COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
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Nov 18, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF COOKED CHICKEN BREAST 89.6F-120.9F STORED ON STEAM TABLE AND DISPLAYED FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COOKED AND COOLED FOOD MUST BE REHEATED TO 165F AND MAINTAIN 140F OR ABOVE DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER NEAR REAR DOOR. CLEAN WALLS NEAR REAR EXPOSED AND UTILTIY SINKS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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Aug 7, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN ICE DISPENSER, NOZZLES, AND SPIGOTS ON SODA MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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Mar 20, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN FRONT COUNTER BEHIND SODA MACHINE. CLEAN FRONT UPRIGHT COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN THE RESTROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN INSIDE FRONT LIGHT SHIELD OVER PREP TABLE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRONT SINK DRAIN RUNNING SLOW NEED TO REPAIR.
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May 8, 2012
Complaint
4 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 CLEAR WATER IN CABINET UNDER BAG -N- BOX INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM CABINET.
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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.CLEAN FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK IN COOLER.
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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 WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR FREEZER ONE LIGHT OUT FRONT AND REAR WALK IN COOLER NEED TO REPLACE.
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Feb 10, 2012
Routine
3 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.CLEAR WATER OBSERVED IN CABINET UNDER SODA BAG IN BOX INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM CABINET.
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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.OBSERVED FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR ABOVE THE REAR FREEZER. ONE LIGHT OUT IN FRONT THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER NEED TO REPAIR.
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Jul 5, 2011
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE MISSING TILES ALONG BASEBOARDS NEAR FRONT DOOR. REPLACE DAMAGED STRIP ON BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND REMOVE ICE BUILDUP ON LIGHT SHIELD.
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Apr 29, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP 105.9F AND CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP 108.3F STORED IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD SOUP. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED H72226 COURT DATE 6-2-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
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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. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOPHEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Jul 2, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Oct 2, 2014. The public record contains 10 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 five 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 three 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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