Subway

1009 Narragansett Blvd, Cranston, RI 02905

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Aug 19, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Subway has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Aug 19, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Cranston average 88, so Subway trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 19, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The sanitizer dispenser was observed with a continuous leak. Dispenser to be repaired. A system must be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed and given to PIC.

2-102.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The front lowboy was observed at 47 degrees. Thermometer was left in unit for over 20 minutes. PIC removed all food and placed in walk-in. Food was brought in from walk-in recently and all food was in temperature. PIC to monitor unit and to get unit serviced. Unit taken out of service at time of inspection.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The wall in the mop sink area is in poor repair (hole in wall.) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Sep 28, 2023

Re-Inspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the all 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the back kitchen/storage area is in poor repair(broken tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back storage area, 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

Sep 11, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Various food product was observed held at (48-54) 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 products. Establishment not allowed to store any TCS food in walk in cooler until repaired. Establishment must provide inspector with proof of service prior to reinspection.

3-501.16(A)

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in all 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

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen area, 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

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Establishment not allowed to store any TCS foods in unit until repaired. Proof of services are to be sent to inspector

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surface of the slicer and counters behind equipment observed with food debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the back kitchen area is in poor repair (broken tiles). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Aug 19, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Subway.

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Subway most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Subway means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

Nearby Restaurants

Colbea Enterprises

1020 Narragansett Blvd

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Boulevard Pizza Shop

1031 Narragansett Blvd

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Pvd Fit Bar & Cafe

1033 Narragansett Blvd

Score: 61 — Medium Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Cranston → American restaurants in Rhode Island → American restaurants in Cranston