Jersey Mike's Subs
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
82
Score
Jersey Mike's Subs appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Dalton average 91, so Jersey Mike's Subs trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS cold holding items held at temperatures exceeding 41F including: turkey, salami, and tuna at deli reach-in cooler not in temperature. Turkey: 45F, Salami: 43F, Tuna: 42F. Ensure all TCS foods are at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most recent inspection report not posted along with food service permit. Ensure both food service permit and most recent inspection report is posted to and visible to customers.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
82
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS cold holding items held at temperatures exceeding 41F. Prep-top cooler: tomatoes at 42F. Deli Reach-in cooler: turkey at 44F, cheese at 42F, ham at 42F. Ensure all TCS foods are at 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Observed tomatoes out of temperature at PTC. Tomatoes at 43F. CFSM was informed last inspection about time as a public health control and how to record time by using time sheets or labels. There are no time sheets or labels at the facility during the time of the inspection. Informed CFSM to use labels for the lettuce and tomatoes at sandwich prep line/PTC and to discard product after 4 hours or before the 4 hours if temperature exceeds 70F. Ensure to keep labels with accurate information over food product and with prep and discard times.
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler changing tasks and donning new gloves without washing hands. Ensure to wash hands in between tasks and prior to donning on new gloves.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed front hand sink soap dispenser not working. There was soap in dispenser but it was not working either way to effectively wash my hands or for other food handlers to wash their hands. Ensure hand sink soap dispenser is properly working in order for food handlers to effectively wash their hands.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed CFSM with no hair restraint while preparing a sandwich. Ensure all food handlers are wearing hair restraints to prevent hair from falling onto food.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection, an incorrect inspection report was posted. The report dated 12/18/23 with a score of 94 was displayed instead of the most recent inspection report dated 5/20/25, which had a score of 82. The CFSM stated that she never received the email containing the most recent inspection report. The previous inspector states that they had informed the CFSM to contact our office if she did not receive the email of the inspection report or if they ever need another copy of the report in case it gets lost. I also observed their food service permit was posted behind to-go boxes. Ensure Food Service Permit is visible along with ServSafe Certification.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed gap under back door to outside. Seal gap and make sure that no light in visible when door is closed to ensure pest do not come into the facility.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
50
May 20, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Tomatoes and Lettuce were also out of temperature and exceeding 41F. CFSM states they use time as method of control, but there are no indications of stickers or sheets as to when they place food item on sandwich prep line. No time sheets for TCS foods. Write down times that TCS food is replenished. 4 hour max holding time. Keep daily record.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed several items in deli RIC held at temperature exceeding 41F. Items considered TCS foods must be cold held at 41F or less.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Gap under back door to outside. Seal gap and make sure that no light in visible when door is closed.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employee cooking bacon with no hair restraint. Make sure all employees handling food wear hair restraints.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no inspection report posted and CFSM not properly posted. Must post most recent inspection report within 15ft of entrance and must be easily viewed by consumers.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jersey Mike's Subs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jersey Mike's Subs on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jersey Mike's Subs?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jersey Mike's Subs.
How does Jersey Mike's Subs compare to other restaurants in Dalton?
Jersey Mike's Subs most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Dalton average of 91.
Has Jersey Mike's Subs' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jersey Mike's Subs have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Jersey Mike's 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.
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