Subway

4922 W. St. Rd 46, Sanford, FL 32771

American

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Subway, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.

“Employee personal items stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Sanford sits at 77, putting Subway on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jul 1, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 7 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 9, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach in cooler tuna salad 46-52F, cut tomato 46-54F, shred cheese 43-46F, mozz 47F, tuna salad 54F, roast beef 54F, cut tomato 50F, cut tomato 53F -drive through cut lettuce 57F, shred cheese 47F, cheese53F, mozz 47F, philly 47F Per manager temperatures were taken this morning and were in proper range. Less than 4 hours. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-04-6

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-07-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -by prep table **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -drink on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -shelves in prep are have employee food and drinks comingled with food, drink boxes **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

13-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -soiled above soda nozzles -shelves below reach in cooler soiled -gaskets dirty on walk in cooler **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -handwash sink in prep area **Warning**

29-20-5

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line. Drive thru and front line.

22-02-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Back back on shelves stored with food. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Pickles. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer floor.

14-69-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over walk in cooler.

36-36-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Sanford?

Subway most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanford average of 77.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around six 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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