Subway #31787

3517 53 Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34210
American
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Subway #31787 appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. On Oct 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Among Bradenton restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpsters. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed garbage on ground around dumpsters on shared dumpster at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lids. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed open dumpster lids on shared dumpster at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pallets in garbage enclosure. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed multiple pallets in garbage enclosure in shared dumpster area at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of exterior door from kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-13: Observed gap at bottom of exterior door from kitchen at the time of this inspection. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
82
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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. Observed no food handlers training. Manage stated she did not know where food handlers trading certificates were located. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lids. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pallets in garbage enclosure. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of exterior door from kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpsters. **Warning**
33-19-4
74
Nov 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
90
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the pad around dumpster on East side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid on East side of building.Person in charge closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area.
42-01-4
86
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
95
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed knife sanitizer at 0 ppm. Employee corrected to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-52-4
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/ Food managers training expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand towels at handwashing sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Miguel Santos did not have food handler training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice shoot. Observed pink slime in ice shoot. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on cutting board under slicer. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks on prep table. Operator moved drinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage behind the dumpster on pad. Lids open. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knives in standing water on prep line. Operator changed water and added sanitizer tab. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black substance on back and side walls at 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-27-5
47
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit provided for quaternary ammonium sanitizer.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Operator temporarily fixed the paper dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
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. Observed one employee has been employed for 4 months, no food handler training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observe one employee with no beard guard. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway #31787 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway #31787 on file is from Oct 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Subway #31787 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Subway #31787 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Subway #31787's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway #31787 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway #31787 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 Subway #31787 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway #31787 is inspected around two times per year on average.