Firehouse Subs

100 Chapel View Blvd Ste 108, Cranston, RI 02920
American
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Firehouse Subs four times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Firehouse Subs scores about where you'd expect for a Cranston restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer broken down to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front entrance, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
86
Sep 12, 2024
Environmental Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have an allergen statement present for consumer awareness.
2-103.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The meat grip of the slicer was observed in poor repair (broken/missing spikes). Equipment must be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
86
Nov 21, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ham was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Product was voluntarily disposed of
3-501.16(A)
86
Nov 8, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at 44-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC voluntarily disposed of food product. Some food product was separated into smaller portions in put into colder refrigeration units.
3-501.16(A)
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Firehouse Subs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Firehouse Subs on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Firehouse Subs?

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

How does Firehouse Subs compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Firehouse Subs most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Cranston average of 88.

Has Firehouse Subs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Firehouse Subs have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Firehouse Subs 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 Firehouse Subs inspected?

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