Subway Newport

188 Connell Highway, Newport, RI 02840

American

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Subway Newport has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. On Sep 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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.

The most common issue across all inspections has been adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible, showing up one time.

Compared to the broader Newport restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 8, 2025

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by containers of deli meat and the plastic packaging in the sink basin. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use. Food items and packaging were moved during the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler was not able to effectively have the door remain closed. Equipment must be properly adjusted and be in good repair.

4-501.11

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

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

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Meatballs were observed held at 92 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per interview, PIC stated that the product had been in hot hold unit for less than 2 hours. PIC reheated meatballs and achieved an internal temperature of 170 degrees Fahrenheit.

3-501.16(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway Newport last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway Newport on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway Newport?

Across the inspection record, adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Subway Newport.

How does Subway Newport compare to other restaurants in Newport?

Subway Newport most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Newport average of 84.

Has Subway Newport's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Subway Newport have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Subway Newport 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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