Subway 3956

1895 N Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755

American

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

High Risk

Subway 3956 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

That's lower than the typical Clearwater restaurant, which scores around 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm quaternary . Person in charge changed solution recheck 200 ppm quaternary **Corrected On-Site**

22-43-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - 46 F sliced turkey at front counter area near steam table , lettuce 49 F in cold holding unit at front counter area Manager placed food in freezer for quick chill down Recheck 40 F sliced turkey, 40 F cut lettuce **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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. Marcos hired over 3 months previously

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.

22-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in front counter area .

14-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation .

13-04-4

Basic - In-use utensil( knives )stored in sanitizer between uses.at front counter area . Manager removed knives **Corrected On-Site**

10-18-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled hand wash sink in men's restroom

23-03-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**

14-17-4

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced turkey 49 F in front counter holding unit next to steam table . Manager placed container of turkey on ice . Recheck 43 F **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

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.

11-27-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 PPM . Manager changed solution . Recheck 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-08-4

Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law . Water leaking from condenser inside walk in cooler. Bowls under leak to collect water . Service scheduled per manager.

28-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Sep 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-11: No proof of employee training -Jake hired more than 3 months **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-11: **Time Extended**

14-17-4

Jul 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Three Live, small flying insects in kitchen near mop sink in chemical storage area

35A-02-6

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.

11-26-1

11-27-4

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.

53B-01-5

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-17-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry inside mop sink

42-01-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm in front counter and food prep area - manager changed solution recheck 100 ppm chlorine **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in floor drain under triple sink

36-73-4

Oct 24, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway 3956 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway 3956 on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway 3956?

Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Subway 3956.

How does Subway 3956 compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?

Subway 3956 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Clearwater average of 79.

Has Subway 3956's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Subway 3956 have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Subway 3956 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 Subway 3956 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway 3956 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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