Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast

1475 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast, FL 32137

American

Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast six times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 15, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited four times.

Compared to other Palm Coast restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 50F. Cheese was above fill line. Placed inside reach in cooler.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed person touch his ear piece with gloves on and not washing hands his hands. Addressed and person washed his hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 49F, 79F in hot holding. Person in charge reheated to 165F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 2 wet mops face down in mop sink. Person in charge hung mops up to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

42-01-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain under 3 compartment sink is missing a drain cover.

29-18-4

Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Women's restroom is soiled.

32-07-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice plate has black mold like substance on it.

22-20-5

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Person in charge moved ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Outside of back reach in freezer still has plastic on it from manufacturer.

14-47-4

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Water on floor near grease trap and ice machine. Person in charge moped water up. **Corrected On-Site**

29-03-4

Mar 10, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. 2 cans of paint under to go cups.

41-04-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in cabinet under tea. Person in charge discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop not inverted and on a dirty surface. Person in charge placed in dish area. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-12-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice plate has black/mold like substance in bottom right. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Women's restroom has soiled toliet.

32-07-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container used to scoop ice with. Person in charge removed container. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-01-5

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 1 food manager license expired 9.23.

53A-03-7

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice plate in ice machine is soiled. Person in charge removed and cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are loose on left door of 3 door reach in cooler.

14-11-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service sub containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not hanging up to dry. Person in charge hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Establishment is missing training for some employees. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**

53B-13-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice plate in ice machine has black mold like substance on it. Also lip of ice chute has mold like substance inside of it. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**

22-20-5

Dec 27, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast.

How does Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast compare to other restaurants in Palm Coast?

Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Coast average of 79.

Has Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Firehouse Subs of Palm Coast 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 of Palm Coast inspected?

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

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