Subway

2889 Chamblee Tucker Rd, Atlanta, GA 30341
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Subway three times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on May 1, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Atlanta average 90, so Subway trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tomato slicer with food debris on the blades. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Person in charge relocated slicer to 3-compartment sink to be washed, rinsed and sanitize.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Did not observe written procedures regarding fecal/vomit events. Observed EPA approved disinfectant for Norovirus.COS: Person in charge created fecal/vomit procedures. CA: A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.
511-6-1.03(6)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The PIC could not provide documentation or otherwise satisfactorily demonstrate during the inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. COS: Person in charge reviewed and had food employees sign employee health reporting agreement.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Cooling methods being used/observed were not adequate in rapidly cooling Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods. Ice table in front food service area has an ambient temperature of cold holding at 41.7F. Discussed to use rapid cooling equipment such as walk in freezer or walk in cooler. 1. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as a...
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
70
May 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold holding above 41F. TCS foods include chicken, beef, tuna, pepperoni, deli ham, lettuce, tomatoes. COS: TCS foods held more than 4 hours were discarded. CA: Advised to get maintenance and/or adjust thermostat of cold line and walk in cooler. Advised to maintain ambient temperatures between 36-38F. Monitor TCS foods to ensure they are 41F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Unable to verify employees responsibility to report health activities as they relate to diseases transmitted to food. CA:Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with the Chapter, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Did not observed written procedures regarding fecal/vomit events. Observed EPA approved disinfectant for Norovirus. A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter.
511-6-1.03(6)
70
Mar 1, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two tomato slicers with food debris directly on the blades. Observed onion slicer stored clean with onion debris directly underneath blade. CA: Advised to wash, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces. COS: PIC relocated to be washed rinsed, and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed a bottle labeled "oven cleaner" that the person in charge claimed to be disinfectant for fecal/vomit events. CA: Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired food service permit posted. CA: Pay for unpaid permit fees and post Food service permit.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cell phone and personal employee metal cup stored directly on the prep table. Observed a personal bag stored directly above single use items. CA: Advised to designate areas for employees to eat, drink, store personal items and use tobacco so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC relocated personal bag and removed personal cup and phone off the prep table.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Atlanta?

Subway most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlanta average of 90.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Subway means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Subway inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway is inspected roughly once per year on average.