Firehouse Subs

1998-9 Sr 44, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

American

Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Firehouse Subs, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 1, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for New Smyrna Beach sits at 72, putting Firehouse Subs on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 1, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Mar 6, 2025

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -quaternary 100ppm, manager replaced buckets on line **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Aug 16, 2024

Complaint Full

2 major violations.

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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

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. Alary **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 16, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced Tomatoes 45F in glass door cooler. Manager moved to walk in cooler. No other time or temperature control for safety food in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Available certification for Trinity - no longer employed per person in charge **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53A-07-6

11-26-1

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Back handsink **Warning**

31B-05-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior ice machine baffle stained with light black substance. **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Less than 150 ppm quat **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

21-08-4

Dec 28, 2022

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Approximately 100 ppm quat. Corrected to 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

22-43-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. End of sandwich line, knob does not work **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Pastrami, beef, brisket in the walk in cooler. Person in charge does not know when they were opened. **Warning**

02C-03-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**

32-12-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Womens restroom **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Less than 100 ppm quat **Warning**

21-08-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute, dining room **Warning**

22-20-5

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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 Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs.

How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?

Firehouse Subs most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.

Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Firehouse Subs have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Firehouse Subs 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 inspected?

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

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