Subway 5185
Last inspected: Oct 9, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Subway 5185 has eight inspections in the public record. On Oct 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors”, which has been cited five times.
Subway 5185's latest score of 78 falls below the Bradenton average of 83. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 9, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed wrist watch on employee preparing food. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
78
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
52
Sep 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on north side of building both doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink.
42-01-4
90
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on front line tuna salad (48F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (49F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (50F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated it was placed in reach in cooler approximately 1 hour ago and placed all items in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
Basic - Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. **Warning** Priority: Basic
35B-03-4
Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
42-01-4
67
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area soiled gasket on Walk in freezer. 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 2024-01-24: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen. 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 2024-01-24: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
90
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food at front counter deli station. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee removed washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Warning**
12A-07-5
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in back kitchen area Onions stored on floor Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area soiled gasket on Walk in freezer **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen. **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. **Warning**
42-01-4
47
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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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. Emailed Person in charge and explained procedures.
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. Emailed Person in charge and explained procedures.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Estella expired on 11/15/21 As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
53B-14-5
74
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee used phone and put on gloves and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves. Educated employee on proper hand washing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Estella expired on 11/15/21
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with rings and jewelry on engaging in food preparation. Educated Person in charge on jewelry.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in back area of kitchen. Asked Person in charge if they received a food order today and she said no. Person in charge removed from floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway 5185 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway 5185 on file is from Oct 9, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway 5185?
Across the inspection record, “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Subway 5185.
How does Subway 5185 compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Subway 5185 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Subway 5185's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway 5185 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Subway 5185 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 5185 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Subway 5185 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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