Subway 986
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
58
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Subway 986, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Palmetto average 83, so Subway 986 trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed pot and pan Detergent stored above to go boxes. Employee moved chemical. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dishwashing area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed shared dumpster lid open. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed some ceiling tiles not smooth or easily cleanable in dishwashing area. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed one inch holes along the dish washing wall. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine in dining area soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
58
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-05: No proof of employee training **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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 - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Person in charge stated it was sanitizer and labeled accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid on west side of building.Person in charge closed lids. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
78
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of food manager certification. Manager stated her certificate is at home. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front hand sink. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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 some employees with no proof of trading hired over 60 days. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cookie sheet on handwashing sink. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing on bowl on food prep table. Chicken was still frozen. Instructed proper thawing method to manager. Manager placed under running water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
64
Jul 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
82
Aug 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker on mop sink faucet with hose attached.
29-42-4
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. Observed no clean up plan in place. Inspector will email.
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. No employee reporting forms in place. Inspector will email.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed two acoustical ceiling tiles above front serving line. Tiles have sprinkler heads in them. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed approximately four inch square hole in ceiling tile above walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed front serving line cutting boards with grooves. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag in the box soda syrup stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Observed two cases of soda stored on the floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway 986 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway 986 on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway 986?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway 986.
How does Subway 986 compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?
Subway 986 most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto average of 83.
Has Subway 986's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway 986 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Subway 986 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Subway 986 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Subway 986 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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