Subway

5507 Fowler Ave, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

American

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Subway has been inspected five times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 9, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in the walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Temple Terrace restaurants, the typical score is 87; Subway is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Sep 23, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at the handwashing sink in the back prep area.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the dispenser at the handwashing sink in the back prep area. Employee was able to add paper towels next to the sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave being soiled with food debris. Employee stated she will clean the interior of the microwave.

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelves of the walk in cooler with dust and black mold-like substance. Employee stated she will clean the shelves.

23-03-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a damaged ceiling tile above the restroom area.

36-32-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on the shelves and the pipes in the walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Jan 3, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 25, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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 - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Sanitizer, degreaser and glass cleaner on prep sink next to food defrosting in sink. Employee moved chemicals **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-04-4

Oct 28, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet pans stored inside each other.

24-08-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a wet mop stored in a mop bucket with water.

42-01-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in the walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Subway most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Temple Terrace average of 87.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the 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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