Firehouse Subs

1080 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935

American

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Firehouse Subs has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “hole in or other damage to wall” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 84, which Firehouse Subs' 70 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee sweeping, set broom down and touched ready to eat salami. Educated employee.

12A-29-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Melissa expired 1-21-26

53A-03-7

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall next to back door by mens bathroom, wall paneling not attached, wall is being worked on. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-24-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is current, license posted expired April 1, 2026. Verified license. Establishment is open and operating.

50-09-4

Oct 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dish gloves in hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Drinks and candy in reach in cooler not segregated **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on meat cooler

14-11-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall next to bathrooms in disrepair. Paneling set to side ready to install. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-24-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of line cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-49-6

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles Racks are soiled in meat cooler **Corrective Action Taken**

23-24-4

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of ice machine door has black mold like substance.

22-02-4

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

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

Basic - Gaskets on reach in cooler are soiled.

14-11-5

Jan 3, 2023

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?

Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs.

How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?

Firehouse Subs most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.

Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Firehouse Subs means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Firehouse Subs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Firehouse Subs is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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