Firehouse Subs New Port Richey

8352 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654

American

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Firehouse Subs New Port Richey has been inspected four times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 3, 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 zero violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader New Port Richey restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 3, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In vertical reach in cooler by pos -sliced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding), moved to top of cooler **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Water dispenser at self serve station soiled with black mold like substance Operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink, operator put towels in dispenser **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food container on top shelf of 3 door cooler in back room, operator removed. Discussed proper storage and labeling of employee food. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Sandwich prep person **Repeat Violation**

13-04-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Long ponytails on prep person

13-02-4

Oct 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator filled plastic pitcher to fill steam table, discussed use of hand wash sink with manager on duty .

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 2 water pitchers on hand wash sink at front counter, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Single door cooler at front counte

22-16-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch on prep person

13-07-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. On prep cook

13-04-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on single door cooler at front counter

14-11-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter across from pos, 118F,

10-07-4

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking the hand sink next to 3 compartment sink Container in hand sink by opening at cook line Items moved **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.License displayed expired 02/01/2022 **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor on sandwich make line **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**

22-20-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs New Port Richey last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs New Port Richey?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs New Port Richey.

How does Firehouse Subs New Port Richey compare to other restaurants in New Port Richey?

Firehouse Subs New Port Richey most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the New Port Richey average of 78.

Has Firehouse Subs New Port Richey's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Firehouse Subs New Port Richey have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Firehouse Subs New Port Richey 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 New Port Richey inspected?

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

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