Firehouse Subs
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Firehouse Subs eight times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Spaces in ceiling above electrical box” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
Firehouse Subs' latest score of 70 sits above the Winter Garden average of 66. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tomato slicer board is stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Ice machine door is in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.Cookies and brownies.
02D-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
Basic - Unwashed lemons stored with ready-to-eat olives. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Spaces in ceiling above electrical box. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
70
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Lime build on iced tea nozzle in the dining room
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Red cutting boards.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice machine door is in poor repair.
14-11-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-05-4
Basic - Spaces at electrical box area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
74
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Concentrated sanitizer stored next to lids in dry storage rack. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of sprayer hose is soiled by three comp sink. Residue build up surrounding drink nozzles.
22-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Walk in cooler.
36-11-4
Basic - Holes in ceiling by the electrical box area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walls in walk in cooler have a residue build up.
23-03-4
61
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Jul 24, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Red cutting board. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-24: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Spaces in ceiling by electrical box area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
90
Jul 19, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Turkey,45 f,lettuce,46 f ,roast beef,45 f,provolone cheese,44 f held less than four hours stated manager transferred to upright freezer for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. **Corrected On-Site**
29-37-4
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.Provided a copy.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Drink nozzle is soiled at drink station.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Red cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items above prep table on a rack by the microwave area.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Watch.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-02-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Pickles in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Vents in the front line area. Gaskets at walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Spaces in ceiling by electrical box area. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
41
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Iced tea dispenser holder is soiled and residue build up around drink nozzles at dining room. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: Iced tea dispenser is clean. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Red cutting boards. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Holes in ceiling throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Firehouse Subs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?
Across the inspection record, “spaces in ceiling above electrical box” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Firehouse Subs.
How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in Winter Garden?
Firehouse Subs most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Garden average of 66.
Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firehouse Subs have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent 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 around three times per year on average.
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