Sunny Subs

5203 Nw 79Th Ave, Doral, FL 33166
American
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Sunny Subs stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 16, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to seven violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up five times.

Restaurants in Doral average 73, so Sunny Subs is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
86
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete, kitchen area floor is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete, kitchen area floor is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete area is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete area is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-05: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
64
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce.
08A-04-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By the three compartment sink.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete, kitchen area floor is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of juices stored in the front area floor cover. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located at the front counter, and lobby. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas not cover in the reach in freezer located in the lobby area.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed kitchen area floor with no concrete area is cover with plywood boards, establishment is waiting for permits to be approved by the city to sealed Kitchen area floor with concrete
36-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
55
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed empanadas stored inside thank you bags inside reach freezer in dry storage.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over carrots and lettuce inside reach in cooler in empanadas prep area. Operator stored products as per safety storage requirements. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed aluminum bowl stored inside rice container in dry storage. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black dust on ceiling vent and ceiling tiles in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in empanadas prep area. Also, observed inside reach in freezer in dinning room.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on shelf by stove in kitchen.
23-03-4
55
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (54F - Cold Holding); ground beef (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by preparation area. As per manager since previous day. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef (54F - Cold Holding); ground beef (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by preparation area. As per manager since previous day. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed steak and beef soup at reach in cooler by preparation area wit no date marked, stored for more than 24 hours. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed preparation table soiled at empanadas station. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling inside kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Advice employee to place hair restraint and she did. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall located next to handsink located at entrance of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at all reach in freezer's throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave at kitchen area soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. At cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
14-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at cook line. Observed reach in coolers soiled throughout the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
35
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and touching clean fork without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator and employee were trained how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink. Operator and employee were trained about where to wash hands properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cables around and inside hand wash sink. Operator removed cables. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed inside kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer on mop sink. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on front counter floor. Operator removed bottles from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed meatballs container uncovered inside reach in cooler at dining room. Operator covered container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops thawing at room temperature inside kitchen. Operator stored chops inside reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at front counter. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar containers unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled containers. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
39
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ground beef (54F - Cold Holding); ground beef (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by preparation area. As per manager since previous day.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (54F - Cold Holding); ground beef (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler by preparation area. As per manager since previous day.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed steak and beef soup at reach in cooler by preparation area wit no date marked, stored for more than 24 hours.
02C-02-5
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 Yuan Culatti certificate expired on 9/72023.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed preparation table soiled at empanadas station.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling inside kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Advice employee to place hair restraint and she did. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall located next to handsink located at entrance of kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up at all reach in freezer's throughout the establishment.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave at kitchen area soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. At cook line.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at cook line. Observed reach in coolers soiled throughout the establishment.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout the establishment.
36-73-4
32
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ice stored directly in thank you bags inside reach in freezer at front counter. Operator removed ice and stored it inside food graded bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed on shelves by stove in kitchen.
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents and tiles inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside empanadas prep area. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed on wall by stove in kitchen.
38-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container on shelf by stove in kitchen. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunny Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunny Subs on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sunny Subs?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sunny Subs.

How does Sunny Subs compare to other restaurants in Doral?

Sunny Subs most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Doral average of 73.

Has Sunny Subs' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sunny Subs have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sunny Subs 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 Sunny Subs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sunny Subs is inspected around three times per year on average.