Subway

6116 Covington Hwy Ste G, Lithonia, GA 30058
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Subway three times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 30, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Lithonia average 87, so Subway is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Sliced Tomato (49F), Shredded Lettuce (52F), Teriyaki Chicken (46F),Shredded Cheese (48F) and Deli Ham (42F) not holding at 41F or below. Prep top cooler ambient reading 53F. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. COS- All items were moved to reach in cooler to chill to 41F or below and new pans were brought out.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing apple watch and bracelet while preparing TCS ready to eat sandwiches. C/A: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. COS: TCS ready to eats foods were discarded, jewelry was removed and hands were was before returning to work.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
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May 14, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Sliced Tomato (45F), Shredded Lettuce (47F), Teriyaki Chicken (51F),Sliced Cheese (48F) and Deli Roast Beef (42F) not holding at 41F or below. Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. 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 or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. COS- All items were moved to reach in cooler to chill to 41F or below and new pans were brought out.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed soda machine nozzles unclean with black substance build up in direct contact with soda. Dining counters and table-tops shall be cleaned and sanitized routinely after removing all soiled tableware and food trays shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use by one of the following methods: At least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers including nozzles and consumer self-service utensils such as tongs, scoops, or ladles. COS-Machine nozzles were removed and holders were cleaned sanitized and replaced. Advised to increase cleaning frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed slicer stored as clean unclean with food debris build up between blades. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch COS- Slicer was moved to dish pit to be cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Apr 30, 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 two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Lithonia?

Subway most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lithonia average of 87.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway 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 Subway inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Subway is inspected around two times per year on average.