Subway

5660 Bayshore Rd Units 48 - 51, North Fort Myers, FL 33917
American
Last inspected: Jul 14, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show five inspections at Subway stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 14, 2025. 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 four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other North Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in men's bathroom. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water staining in ceiling tiles in dining area.
36-32-5
74
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Feb 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sliced tomatoes at 2.5 hours (63F - Cold Holding); Shredded lettuce at 2.5 hours (64F - Cold Holding). Operator stated one half of reach in cooler unit at front counter is not working. Operator placed items in walk-in cooler to reduce temperature. Operator placed fresh items in functioning side of unit. Temperatures were less than or equal to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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/ Observed Certified Food Manager card ServeSafe expired on 12/04/2019. Operator stated she would be getting it in 30 days. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bags of commercially packaged beef sitting in hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Operator removed items from sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees preparing and serving food with no current food service manager present. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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** **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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator signed printed copy of employee agreement during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a wristband while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink by front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen steak thawing at room temperature in hand washing sink by three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
37
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated hasn't had a chance to do it. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
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** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink by cash register. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of plastic to go containers stored on floor by front counter. Operator put away on shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken and steak on a table by walk-in cooler thawing at room temperature. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed men's restroom door closer not working. Women's room closer is working. **Warning**
32-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jul 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Subway most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Subway 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 inspected?

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