Subway

5217 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Subway has been inspected five times since 2024. On Feb 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to four violations per visit.

“System maintained in good repair” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Subway trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed front door not closing properly and no weather seal to prevent insects from entering. Discussed with PIC that it is required to prevent insects from entering facility

6-202.15

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures

Inspector notes: Observed trash/litter around dumpster area and in parking lot in front and back of store. Discussed with PIC that required to maintain refuse area and property free of trash and litter

5-501.115

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed door to entrance of backroom has buildup of dirt and chipped paint. Discussed with PIC that physical facility; floor, walls, ceiling, require to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable

6-501.12

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed clogged drain, water is slowly draining at handwash sink behind register. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

Sep 19, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leak on hose at mop sink. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be in good repair at all times

5-205.15(B)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM on premises at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM must be present on premises at all hours of operations and time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

May 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed torn tiles around 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that floors need to be smooth, cleanable and in good repair

6-201.13

Nov 26, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no hand soap available at hand sink behind register and hand sink near 3-compartment sink. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Discussed with PIC importance of maintaining hand sinks stocked with paper towels and hand soap at all times to promote proper handwashing

6-301.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Nov 25, 2024

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Subway most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Subway have averaged around four violations per visit, up 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.

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