Subway

2140 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Subway has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Subway's 86 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events

Inspector notes: No written policy is available for cleaning vomit and fecal matter in the establishment

2-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: PIC can not document a certified manager training document

2-102.12(A)

Jul 14, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 25, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Inside walk-in cooler Inspector was unable to read labels on food items clearly without assistance of a flashlight. Adequate lighting is essential for the sanitation of cooler and good product rotation. Please correct with a brighter lightbulb by next routine inspection

6-303.11

Sep 11, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no current employee onsite is a Certified Food Protection Manager. At least one employee onsite during hours of operation must be a Certified Food Protection Manager - obtain within 90 days, and keep onsite for verification

2-102.12(A)

Sep 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in back prep area leaking excessively underneath, due to piping being not connected properly and/or in disrepair. Per PIC, sink hasn't functioned properly for past few weeks and has been leaking. Fix as needed so sink properly drains and does not leak - fix prior to re-inspection on 9/6 - proof may be provided via electronic means

5-205.15(A)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Subway most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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 three times per year on average.

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