Hoagie Bear Subs
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
43
Score
Hoagie Bear Subs appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
“Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” comes up most often, recorded nine times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 65, which Hoagie Bear Subs' 43 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer at preparation area. Also observed food stored on soiled containers in standing unit across 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meatballs prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not date marked in standing unit across 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. observed that the operator is slicing ham and cheese and is storing it and reusing the bags of bread. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed slicer in disrepair stored under preparation. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris accumulated on reach in cooler handles at front counter. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks and some broken ceiling tiles by 3 compartment sink and by front counter. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board at front counter. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on standing unit across 3 compartment sink. Also on reach in cooler at front counter. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under equipment at preparation area, also under equipment at cook line. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall next to standing unit across 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment. Also observed grease accumulated on fryer and on flat grill. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in coolers interior at preparation area. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed on both standing units across 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
14-33-4
43
Jan 22, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-35-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer blades. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in cooler next to flat grill, also in standing unit at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
64
Jan 21, 2026
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (51F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (49F - cold Holding) in reach in cooler next to flat grill, as per operator less than 3 hours. Operator moved food containers to freezer to cool down temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 broken shells eggs stored on the same container at reach in cooler next to flat grill. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 30 small flying insects by mop sink and by the water heater at preparation area. Also observed approximately 17 small flying insects on rack with clean containers above 3 compartment sink. Also observed approximately 6 small flying insects above food containers next to flat grill. Operator closed lid during inspection. Also observed approximately 20 dead small insects inside standing reach in cooler at preparation area.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
22-35-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached operator on proper procedures.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer blades.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork not date marked inside reach in freezer, as per operator over 24 hours.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout establishment.
36-01-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed 2 fly sticky tape full of insects at preparation area. Operator removed and discarded during inspection.
35B-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in unit at front counter.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in cooler next to flat grill, also in standing unit at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp (frozen) on preparation table across 3 compartment sink. Operator moved raw shrimp bags to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
23
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout establishment. Operator started to clean units. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind reach in cooler by flat grill. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
82
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at preparation area pastrami (48F - Cold Holding); turkey (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler. As per operator the door was constantly opened. For less than 4 hrs. Observed inside glass door reach in cooler at prep area provolone cheese (50F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator since the night before. Operator discarded. Observed provolone cheese (63F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (60F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler next to front counter. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed inside glass door reach in cooler at prep area provolone cheese (50F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator since the night before. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at washing area. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaging in sandwich preparation without hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout establishment. Operator started to clean units. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in coolers at preparation area. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef (frozen) thawing at room temperature inside triple sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind reach in cooler by flat grill. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
47
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed sliced and portioned turkey not date marked,as per operator over 24 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Still observe not date marked, operator dated during call back. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observe soiled can opener blade, also observe food stored on soiled lids and containers at reach in cooler unit by back door. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Still observe, operator moved can opener to 3 compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observe throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Still observe. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observe at dishwashing area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: **Time Extended**
38-02-4
74
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
37
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (53F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler next to flat grill. As per operator less than 4 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler at the preparation area. Also observed sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (47F - Cold Holding) at front counter. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed establishment selling desserts and not provided properly source.
01B-04-5
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 form to operator.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food being stored on dirty containers. Also observed soiled can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust shelves on unit across flat grill.
22-31-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout establishment.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in unit at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units throughout establishment.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks on some ceiling tiles at preparation area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed on unisex bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interiors in all units throughout establishment.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in unit across flat grill.
14-33-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
26
Feb 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 form during inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves in all units at preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall next to HWS at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe in all units at front counter and preparation area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed soiled interiors. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water marks on ceiling tiles throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
61
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in HWS at front counter, also 1 live roach on 3 compartment sink and 1 live roach on the floor next to reach in cooler at preparation area.
35A-05-4
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 form during inspection.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Also observed soiled food containers inside reach in cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at HWS next to 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves in all units at preparation area.
22-31-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked meatballs container not date marked inside reach in cooler at preparation area, as per Manager from previous day.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water marks on ceiling tiles throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 8 dead roaches behind 2 door reach in cooler next to 3 compartment sink.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at front counter and under equipment. Also under reach in coolers at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole on wall next to HWS at front counter.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in all units throughout establishment.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe in all units at front counter and preparation area.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed on both HWS.
29-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed next to flat grill at front counter.
21-09-4
30
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at the front counter, as per employee less than 4 hours, employee add ice bath during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade.
22-02-4
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 form during inspection.
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. Provided form during inspection.
11-26-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at the hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
29-11-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind microwave.
36-27-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in all units.
14-33-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in Al, units at the back area.
22-16-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under flat grill.
36-01-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water marks throughout establishment.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed near mop sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in all units.
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil and vinegar bottles not identified at the front counter.
02D-01-5
27
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hoagie Bear Subs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hoagie Bear Subs on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hoagie Bear Subs?
Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Hoagie Bear Subs.
How does Hoagie Bear Subs compare to other restaurants in Naranja?
Hoagie Bear Subs most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Naranja average of 65.
Has Hoagie Bear Subs' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Hoagie Bear Subs have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hoagie Bear Subs 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 Hoagie Bear Subs inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hoagie Bear Subs is inspected around four times per year on average.
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