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Subway

1236 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60607
American
Last inspected: May 22, 2012
100
Score
Low Risk

Subway appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2010. The latest inspection on file is from May 22, 2012. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Subway's record stops at May 22, 2012, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Subway is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspection History
May 22, 2012
Consultation
No violations found.
100
May 11, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND REAR WALK IN COOLER NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR LOWER-AIR TEMP. WAS 51.2F. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT FIXED SO AS TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER REQUIRED TEMPERATURE. COOLER WAS TAGGED AND CAN NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. MUST FAX A LETTER TO 312-746-4240 ATTN: SUPERVISOR SALAZAR WHEN UNIT IS IN COMPLIANCE AND READY FOR REINSPECTION. 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 SOME POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. TEMPS. RANGED FROM 46.5F TO 53.9F AND INCLUDED ITEMS SUCH AS MILK, EGGS, CHEESE, FALAFILL, BUFFALO CHICKEN, SALAMI, TUNA AND STEAK. ALL ITEMS WERE DENATURED AND DISCARDED, AN APPROX. WT OF 60LBS VALUED AT $150.OO. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL COLD FOODS AT 40F OR LOWER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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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: FOUND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED- A 1/4" GAP NOTED UNDER FIRST DOOR AND 1/2" NOTED UNDER SECOND DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE DOOR(S) TIGHT FITTING AT BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS AND REMOVE WRITING FROM WALLS/CEILING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST MAKE TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX LEAKS AT THE BASE OF THE 3-COMP. SINK'S FAUCET.
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Jun 21, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2011
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE STACKED UP BOXES ON THE RACK UNDER THE WALK-IN COOLER REFRIGERATION UNIT IS BLOCKING THE AIR FLOW OF YOUR UNIT, MOVE OR REOORGANIZE YOUR COOLER RACK.
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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. THE BASEBOARD IN THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE FRONT PREP AREA IS DAMAGED AND NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED.
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90
Feb 10, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 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. SECURE THE FAN SHIELD IN THE WALK IN COOLER OS IT FITS FLUSH.
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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. CLEAN THE FLOOR AT THE BACK DOOR OF SPILLED SOUP.
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90
Jul 27, 2010
Consultation
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE TAPE FROM THE KNIVE HANDLES AND MAINTAIN THEM IN SANITARY CONDITION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE WET FLOOR IN THE MENS ROOM.
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90
Jul 22, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE TAPE FROM THE KNIVE HANDLES AND MAINTAIN THEM IN SANITARY CONDITION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXCESS DUST REMOVED FROM BELOW THE COOLER.
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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. CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE WET FLOOR IN THE MENS ROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from May 22, 2012. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two 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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