Subway #4353
Last inspected: May 6, 2025
82
Score
Going back to 2024, Subway #4353 has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from May 6, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Albany restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed drink nozzles on fountain machine with brown residue. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles. PIC will have nozzles cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed outside receptacles lid unclosed. CA: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. PIC will have lids closed.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed bell peppers in WIC stored uncovered. CA: Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will cover bell peppers in WIC.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
82
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mold like growth on sliced tomatoes in prep top cooler. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC threw out the sliced tomatoes.
511-6-1.04(1)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food products (ham, turkey, sliced cheese, and sliced tomatoes) in prep top cooler not maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will put food items on ice to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food products (sliced cucumbers, meatballs, sliced provolone, roast beef, and shredded beef) in walk in cooler not maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will put food items on ice to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed drink nozzles on the drink machine with brown residue and not clean to sight and touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Pic will have drink nozzles cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
58
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed food products (pickles, onions, bell peppers) in walk in cooler not maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC put food items in walk in freezer to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food products (ham, turkey, and Philly steak) in prep top cooler not maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will put food items on ice to rapidly cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed men's restroom with no paper towels or other handwashing provisions. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: 1. Individual, disposable towels; Pf 2. A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; Pf 3. A heated-air hand drying device; Pf or 4. A hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Pf PIC will supply men's restroom with paper towels.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Subway #4353 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Subway #4353 on file is from May 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Subway #4353?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Subway #4353.
How does Subway #4353 compare to other restaurants in Albany?
Subway #4353 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Albany average of 86.
Has Subway #4353's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway #4353 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Subway #4353 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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