Firehouse Subs
Last inspected: Aug 12, 2025
82
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Firehouse Subs stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Firehouse Subs on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket are torn inside reach in cooler on front line.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler on front line has buildup of old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of double door refrigerator in back kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Soiled wet cloth stored on food preparation table. Manager removed and properly stored cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
82
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly observed in back kitchen area. Operator killed at time of inspection. Operator sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back Handwash sink blocked by boxes and old equipment, discussed with operator. Operator moved at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Some employees without training. Dale Stewart
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Discussed with operator on fully completing certifications with all required information.
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle near 3 compartment sink. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on front reach in cooler in disrepair. Discussed with operator. Gaskets on Coca Cola cooler near kitchen entrance. Gaskets on tall reach in cooler near slicer in back kitchen area. Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on front prep table. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of soda machine around nozzle soiled. Operator cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
52
May 1, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at end of splitter connected to hose attachment. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler on makeline in disrepair. Reach in cooler next to make line in disrepair. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler next to hand wash sink. Cutting boards throughout kitchen in disrepair. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on make line soiled. Discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to kitchen entrance. discussed with operator. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-01: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
70
Apr 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee went from restroom to slicing bread no handwash upon entry to kitchen, discussed with operator on proper handwash procedure. Operator discussed with employee and employee washed hands at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-11-4
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) CORRECTED TO ; Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at end of splitter connected to hose attachment. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda spout soiled on soda machine. Discussed with operator. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink used to dump ice. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
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. Discussed with operator on maintaining paperwork. Provided operator reporting agreement. ** No reporting agreement for any employees **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler next to hand wash sink. Cutting boards throughout kitchen in disrepair. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in cooler on makeline in disrepair. Reach in cooler next to make line in disrepair. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on make line soiled. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to kitchen entrance. discussed with operator. **Warning**
29-49-6
33
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on floor by mop sink. Employee properly stored mop. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-13: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
95
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach in cooler near register were placed into unit directly from refrigerator in prep area, ham 46F, Turkey 46F, roast beef 46F. Manager had employees placed ice bags on items. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Squeegee in hand wash sink near front door. Trays in hand wash sinks near three compartment sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in the bottom of reach in cooler closest to register. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting boards with deep grooves inside. **Warning**
14-09-4
70
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Tracy Johnson **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: Spoke with Tracy Johnson on phone. She stated she was unable to locate the certification card but has re ordered it from the company she took the test from. Alaysia Nunley, manager on duty, also not able to show proof of manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-18: Safestaff books observed in employee files. However there are no actual certificates available for any employees. Manager on duty, Alaysia Nunley, unable to locate employee certificate training to show me at time of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Firehouse Subs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs on file is from Aug 12, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs.
How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Firehouse Subs most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firehouse Subs have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent 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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