Subway

9221 E Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Subway, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 95, which Subway's 86 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed a couple fruit flies on the food preparation line. Please monitor and control for pests as necessary

6-501.111(A-B,D)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed recently sliced deli meats cooling in covered containers stacked on top of each other. Discussed cooling deli meats, cool in uncovered, unstacked containers to allow for air flow to cool meats quickly. Containers rearranged at time of inspection

3-501.15(B)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on the inside of the soda nozzles. All food contact surfaces must be clean to sight and touch. Please scrub nozzles and maintain clean

4-602.11(E)

Sep 3, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 28, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed prep table with an internal temperature of 50*F. PIC had been keeping all foods on ice until repairs are completed. Must repair prior to 9.3.25

4-301.11

Food thawed using improper method

Inspector notes: Observed frozen shredded chicken thawing in prep sink

3-501.13

Mar 26, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 21, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Hands not washed when required

Inspector notes: Observed employee washing dishes in three compartment sink return to make table to prep food without first washing hands. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.14

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed furthest left make table holding ambient air temperature of 51*f. All cold holding equipment must be at or below 41*f. Must make repairs prior to 3.28.25

4-301.11

Sep 9, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 19, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Mesa?

Subway most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Mesa average of 95.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent 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 four times per year on average.

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