Firehouse Subs

1000 Linton Blvd #A4, Delray Beach, FL 33444

American

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Firehouse Subs has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 2, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“No paper towels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 71, which Firehouse Subs' 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 11, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

11-27-4

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding 89F in steam table being held less than 4 hours, manager time marked **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Jul 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours...observed at 2:30 pm meatballs with marinara sauce 58° , per manager it was prep 10 am . Stop sale issue . Manager discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-06-5

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food....employee putting globs without hand washed to prep ready to eat food. Discussed with employee. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-07-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours...observed at 2:30 pm meatballs with marinara sauce 58° , per manager it was prep 10 am .

01B-02-5

Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment... cold hold temperature. Reviewed with manager cold hold temperature.

53A-10-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by the triple sink . Manager provided. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...cup in handwashing sink . Employee removed cup . **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by the triple sink .manager provided. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - In-use tong used with moist food stored in room temperature, employee removed tong and stored 135°F water . **Corrected On-Site**

10-23-4

Sep 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water less than 135°degrees Fahrenheit water ...tong stored in dirty water at 81°F at rare front counter. Employee moved tong . **Corrected On-Site**

10-05-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by the dishwashing sink .

31B-02-4

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.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap...blocked by ice bucket by dishwashing sink Employee moved bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-06-4

Feb 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At front line; knives stored in crack between flip top cooler and prep table. Operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs.

How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Firehouse Subs most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firehouse Subs have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Firehouse Subs means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Firehouse Subs inspected?

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

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