Firehouse Subs #51

1824 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

American

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Firehouse Subs #51, the earliest from 2023. Firehouse Subs #51 was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Compared to the broader Wesley Chapel restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees

53B-13-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on sandwich make cooler doors.

23-03-4

Jan 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket walk-in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on firehouse subs reachin cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Nov 14, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live fly in dining room by soda machine. **Warning**

35A-09-4

High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. **Warning**

11-04-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine Soda nozzle on soda machine in dining. **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on firehouse subs reachin cooler. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with debris under equipment and shelving. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of chicken on floor in walk-in cooler. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front microwave **Warning**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket walk-in cooler **Warning**

23-03-4

Nov 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Backflow preventer not inspected and serviced according to manufacturer's recommendations. Observed back flow preventer broken at mop sink **Repeat Violation**

29-39-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold build up inside ice machine **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside reach in cooler on service line

23-03-4

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs #51 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs #51 on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs #51?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs #51.

How does Firehouse Subs #51 compare to other restaurants in Wesley Chapel?

Firehouse Subs #51 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Wesley Chapel average of 86.

Has Firehouse Subs #51's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Firehouse Subs #51 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Firehouse Subs #51 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 Firehouse Subs #51 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Firehouse Subs #51 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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