Subway

5001 Taylor Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

American

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Subway, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “ceiling tile missing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Punta Gorda restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above Walk in Freezer.

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vent above ware washing area.

36-34-5

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs 122F at steam table. Operator placed back in microwave to reheat the temperature to a minimum of 165F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup inside the nozzles at soda fountain machine at dining area.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chicken inside the basin at prep area handwash sink. Employee removed the chicken package from the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bag of chicken being thawed at prep area handwash sink. Educated the employee of the handwash sink being used strictly for handwashing.

31A-11-4

Jan 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs 122F at steam table. Operator reheated in the microwave to a minimum of 165F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Sep 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs 116F at steam table. Operator placed the food item back in microwave to bring up the temperature to a minimum of 165F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

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 expiration date of 08/20/24 in SafeStaff foodhandler training certificate.

53B-14-5

Dec 12, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

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. Observed incomplete documents. Operator completed the document during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed at frontline handwash sink.

27-18-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above Walk in Cooler/Freezer. **Repeat Violation**

36-36-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at frontline handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Sep 13, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 3, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At hand washing sink in prep room

31B-05-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On back prep table.

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above dry storage shelf.

36-36-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of potato chips on floor in dry storage room. Operator moved to proper storage **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front hand washing sink. Repeat from 03-09-2022 **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling tile missing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Subway most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway 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 inspected?

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

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