Subway

1455 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904
American
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Subway appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 30, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Subway squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 30, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization. Establishment is to continue to work with pest control and increase pest control as frequently as needed. Per PIC, pest control is coming every 2 weeks.
6-501.111
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the main 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
82
Dec 22, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization. Establishment is to continue to work with pest control and is to have a pest control report available for inspector at the time of the next inspection. Per PIC, next pest control visit is on 12/24/2025.
6-501.111
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Per PIC, RICFSM will be transferred to this location tomorrow. PIC is to send proof to inspector.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the main 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
78
Dec 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
Inspector notes: The pre-flush spray hose at the 3-bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device.
5-202.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of mice is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of droppings. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization. Establishment is to continue to work with pest control and is to have a pest control report available for inspector at the time of the next inspection.
6-501.111
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer was observed with an accumulation of ice build-up. Establishment is to run a defrost on unit.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the service area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Application was printed at the time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the main 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in freezer gasket was observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Plumbing installed: proper backflow device
Inspector notes: The mop sink faucet was observed not connected to the mop sink. Establishment is to install faucet to mop sink.
5-203.13
58
May 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Plumbing under sanitizer bain at 3 bay sink was observed leaking into a container. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black soil residue and biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Window sill by 3 bay sink was observed in poor repair. Laminate covering was observed peeling. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the storage area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Ceiling by ware-washing area was observed with peeling paint and in poor repair. The materials for indoor ceilings must be durable, easily cleanable and non absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
67
Sep 21, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of black soil residue and biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the storage area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling by ware washing area observed in poor repair, with peeling paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The window sill above the 3 bay sink is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The 3 bay sink is in poor repair, dripping into a container beneath the sink. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Aug 4, 2023
Opening
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Meatballs in marinara sauce was observed at 88 degrees Fahrenheit. Ready to eat foods taken from a commercially processed can or intact package from a food processing plant must be heated to at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was recently prepared and reheated to proper temperature during inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Backflow prevention device does not meet design standard
Inspector notes: A hose is connected to the faucet at the mop sink. This faucet is lacking a backflow prevention device. An approved backflow prevention device is required in order to prevent backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply at each point of use at a food establishment.
5-202.14
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Plumbing under sanitizer bain at 3 bay sink was observed leaking into a container. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water in cold bain between uses.
3-304.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of black residue.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Window sill by 3 bay sink was observed in poor repair. Laminate covering was observed peeling. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the storage area were lacking coving and wall was observed in poor repair. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch. Area to be in good repair to maintain integrity of wall.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Floor tiles by walk-in cooler were observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Ceiling by warewashing area was observed with peeling paint and in poor repair. The materials for indoor ceilings must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls by mop sink, 3 bay sink, and walk-in freezer have an accumulation of black residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Subway on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Subway?

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

How does Subway compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

Subway most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Providence average of 81.

Has Subway's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Subway have averaged around six violations 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 two times per year on average.