Subway

5215 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
American
Last inspected: Nov 9, 2012
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Score
Low Risk

Subway appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 9, 2012. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 9, 2012, so take the current picture with that in mind.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 9, 2012
Routine
No violations found.
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Aug 16, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEAD INSECTS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS,VENTILATION VENTS,SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,WALK IN FREEZER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR MEN'S TOILET HANDLE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR FRONT PREP COOLER.
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Mar 2, 2011
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 Nov 9, 2012. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around zero violations per visit, down 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.