Subway

8103 Tara Blvd, Jonesboro, GA 30236

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Subway has been inspected three times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Subway's latest score of 74 falls below the Jonesboro average of 85. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed multiple TCS food items in prep top cooler (front Food Service), reach in cooler (front food service), and reach in cooler (back area) cold holding above 41 degrees for over 4 hours. COS: PIC discarded foods.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed insect control device directly next to metal pans. Advised PIC insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area. and dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food. clean equipment, utensils, and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single use articles. Advised PIC to relocate insect control device.

511-6-1.07(2)(k)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed absorbent ceiling tiles above reach in cooler in the back area of the kitchen. Advised PIC indoor material shall be smooth, easily cleanable and waterproof for areas of moisture and food prep.

511-6-1.07(1)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed reach in cooler in back area kitchen with an ambient of 44 degrees F. and reach in cooler (front food service) with an ambient of 49 degrees F. Advised PIC ambient air temperatures shall be with adequate range.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee wash hands in cold water. Advised PIC on proper cleaning procedures. COS: PIC re-washed in warm water.

511-6-1.03(5)(b)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed meatballs hot holding at 1117 degrees F. Advised PIC to reheat meatballs to 165 degrees F. and hot hold @ least 135 degrees F. or higher.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold holding in all coolers/ freezers above 41F. Advised PIC TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. COS: Items were discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Employee could not produce employee health policy. Advised PIC documents shall be provided @ time of inspection.

511-6-1.03(2)(o)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed the ambient temperatures of all units ranging from 46F to 47F. Advised PIC all equipment containing TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. Advised to repair all units.

511-6-1.05(6)(q)

Jan 10, 2024

Routine

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: Employee could not provide written procedures for vomit/ fecal events. Advised PIC written procedures & material shall be held at restaurant.

511-6-1.03(6)

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Inspector notes: Employee stated PIC is on his way. Advised PIC shall be present @ all time. Advised to designate person in charge.

511-6-1.03(2)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Employee could not produce employee health policy. Advised PIC documents shall be provided @ time of inspection.

511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Upon arrival observed food debris in hand sink. Advised PIC hand sink shall be used for hand washing only.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

11C - approved thawing methods used

Inspector notes: Observed deli meat thawing on drain board upon arrival. Advised PIC of approved thawing methods. COS-deli meat placed in walk in cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(c)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?

Subway most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Jonesboro average of 85.

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.

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