Subway Sandwich

7918 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
American
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 22 inspections at Subway Sandwich, the earliest from 2010. The most recent visit was on Jan 16, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, & animals not present”, which has been cited 12 times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Subway Sandwich is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

22
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
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Feb 26, 2025
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (TUNA,SOUP,TURKEY,SLICED TOMATO ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2611477 1/30/25 STILL NOT CORRECTED.#58- 2-102.13 : STILL OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED EXTERIOR WALK IN COOLER DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP AT LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD UNITS, CASHIER AREA,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNIT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR,BUILD UP FROM FLOOR DRAINS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEE.
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Jan 30, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2610947 2/23/25 NOT CORRECTED.#58- 2-102.13 : STILL OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED EXTERIOR WALK IN COOLER DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP AT LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD UNITS, CASHIER AREA,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNIT.
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Jan 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE UTENSIL AT 0.0 P.P.M.(KNIFE)OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLER AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK WASH THE KNIFE WITH A SOAPY PAD INSIDE OF A SMALL PAN THEN RINSE UNDER RUNNING WATER AND WIPE WITH A PAPER TOWEL ,THEN AGAIN SHE DID THE SAME WITH THE KNIFE WITHOUT WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZING .INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON HOW TO SET UP SINK TO WASH DISHES.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2591233 3/18/24 NOT CORRECTED-#10-5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM.#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS(SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#38-6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN FRONT DOOR SWEEP .#55-6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.:#58- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED EXTERIOR WALK IN COOLER DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP AT LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD UNITS, CASHIER AREA,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNIT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,HOLES IN UPPER WALLS OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Mar 18, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE ON CELL PHONE WHILE SLICING BREAD AND PUT PHONE DOWN AND PLACED A PLASTIC GLOVE ON AND HANDLED THE BREAD,LEFT FROM FRONT AREA AND THEN WENT TO REAR PREP AREA AND CUT OPEN A BAG OF CHICKEN TO PUT IN A PAN AND THEN CONTINUED TO MAKE SANDWICH WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION FOR THE PUBLIC TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY WILL BE PROVIDED AND POSTED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN FRONT DOOR SWEEP AND GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR .
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Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE USING GLOVES IMPROPERLY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AND PIPE AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS(SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS)WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Jan 18, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR WITH A 1/4" GAP. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY POINT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH THE FRONT SELF SERVE POP MACHINE. MUST FIND SOURCE OF LEAK AND REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 17, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER ON LOWER SHELF INSIDE OF SODA CABINET.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 24, 2021
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOX OF DELI PAPER STORED ON FLOOR UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLICED ONIONS AND PEPPERS STORED IN CARRYOUT BAGS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Feb 18, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN DINING AREA.LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND REAR PREP TABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Feb 11, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY WILL BE POSTED ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE MALE FOOD MANAGER COME IN FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AND RINSE HIS HANDS UNDER RUNNING WATER AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DUE TO THE LACK OF HAND SINK THAT WAS REMOVED FROM REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH HANDS AT DESIGNATED HAND WASHING SINKS ONLY.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.OBSERVED EXISTING PLUMBING PIPES EXTENDING FROM WALL WHERE A HAND SINK USED TO BE THAT HAD BEEN REMOVED.MUST INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN DINING AREA.LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND REAR PREP TABLE.
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Jul 10, 2019
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE MOP INSIDE A BUCKET OF DIRTY MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOP HANGING UP FOR PROPER DRYING WHEN NOT BEING USED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT HAND SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING SO AS TO KEEP RODENTS/INSECTS FROM ENTERING THE FACILITY.
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Apr 12, 2019
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SEVERAL PACKS OF FROZEN BAGS OF SOUP SITTING INSIDE A LARGE, BLACK PLASTIC CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW TCS FOODS UNDER RUNNING WATER (WITH A TEMPERTURE OF 70F OR BELOW), UNDER REFRIGERATION, ETC.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT HAND SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING SO AS TO KEEP RODENTS/INSECTS FROM ENTERING THE FACILITY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE MOP INSIDE A BUCKET OF DIRTY MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOP HANGING UP FOR PROPER DRYING WHEN NOT BEING USED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROOF OF TAKING THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS TO TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE PROOF.
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Nov 30, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Feb 17, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND HOT CHICKEN BREASTS IN HOT HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 103.1(AT THE TOP) TO 134.1(ON THE BOTTOM) INSIDE PAN. INSTRUCTED TO RAPIDLY REHEAT ALL CHICKEN TO 165F AND HOLD PRODUCT AT 140 DEGREES OR ABOVE UNTIL SERVED. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURE AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF HOT WATER IS INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING UNIT WHICH SHOULD BE PRE-HEATED BEFORE PLACING ANY REHEATED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE. CRITICAL 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 MGR. WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROVIDED AT THE START(FOR 30 MINUTES) OF THE INVESTIGATION, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(MAKING SANDWICHES) WERE BEING PREPARED AND/OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN BUILD-UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Mar 15, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE COATS STORED OVER DRIED GOODS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS SEPARATELY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET MOPS STORED IN THE MOP BUCKET INSIDE OF THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET MOPS HANGING OR INVERTED.
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Jun 16, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED A SLOW DRAIN AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. INFORMATION PROVIDE.
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Dec 9, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING VENT IN WASHROOM NOT CLEAN,DUSTY.MUST CLEAN
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Feb 6, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED,(PREPARING SANDWICHES).SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ICE DISPENSER NOT CLEAN AT POP MACHINE.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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May 17, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS; MEATBALLS 118.8 DEGREES, AND BROCCOLI & CHEESE SOUP AT 116.2 DEGREES IN HOT HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. APPROX. WT. 4 1/2 ILBS. AND VALUE $9.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION, 7-38-005(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AT REAR UNDER SHELVING ALONG WALLBASE AND AT CORNERS NEED CLEANING. MUST CLEAN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE FORM OF DISCARDED BOXES AT REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST REMOVE.
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Dec 20, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN FRONT COOLER FANGUARD COVER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN CEILING VENT OVER OVEN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REAR HAND SINK LEAKING AT COLD WATER SHUT OFF VALVE NEED TO REPAIR.
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Jul 18, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNERS THROUGHOUT. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND FRAME OF REAR DOOR. REPLACE BROKEN WALL COVE UNDERNEATH REAR DOOR. REPAIR BOTTOM AND LOWER RIGHT SIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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Jul 7, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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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 AND BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS NEAR REAR DOOR. SEAL OPENING AROUND PIPE FITTING UNDER SINK IN WASHROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAK UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway Sandwich last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway Sandwich on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway Sandwich?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Subway Sandwich.

Has Subway Sandwich's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Subway Sandwich have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway Sandwich means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Subway Sandwich inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway Sandwich is inspected roughly once per year on average.