Subs to Go

5991 Cattleridge Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34232
American
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2023
52
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Subs to Go has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 1, 2023. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The most recent inspection at Subs to Go is from Dec 1, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.

Subs to Go's latest score of 52 falls below the Sarasota average of 81. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the sandwich make line: Sliced tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding); Shredded lettuce (55F - Cold Holding). Operator stated that the tomatoes had been there since the day before and that the lettuce had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed the lettuce in a walk in cooler and set aside the tomatoes for disposal. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: Observed Sliced tomatoes at 55F cold holding and sliced lettuce at 55F cold holding in the sandwich make line. Operator stated that the tomatoes had been out for approximately 4 hrs and set them aside for disposal. And the operator stated that the lettuce had been out for approximately 1 hr and put them in the walk in cooler. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employe training expired at 4/20/21 As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Observed employee training still expired. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse and clothing items above food and single service items in the back dry storage area. Operator removed items. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage build up behind the dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris build up on the interior of the oven on the sandwich line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets on the sandwich line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed a build up of food debris on the wall behind the meat slicer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs at the front hand wash sink and the bathrooms. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soil residue on the reach in cooler handles causing them to be sticky. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a grooved cutting board on the left side of the sandwich line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
52
Aug 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-08: Observed all expired 4/20/22 training certificates. **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on pad around dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-08: Observed garbage on dumpster pad. **Time Extended**
33-19-4
86
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food not wearing hair restraint. Employee put on cap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-14: Observed employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint. **Time Extended**
13-03-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subs to Go last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subs to Go on file is from Dec 1, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Subs to Go compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Subs to Go most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Subs to Go's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Subs to Go have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Subs to Go 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.