Subway

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Aug 19, 2025 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Nozzles on the beverage station and the lower surface of the cabinet under the beverage station in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean to remove pinkish build up and dirt. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

2. Apr 8, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed a male food handler with a beard and without a beard guard. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

3. Mar 21, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed a 1/4 inch gap at the bottom of the front entrance door. Instructed to make the front entrance door tight fitting and rodent proofed.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed bottles of bleach stored on the ground by the soda pop dispenser machine located in the rear food prep area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches from the ground and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Mar 13, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed a 1/4 inch gap at the bottom of the front entrance door. Instructed to make the front entrance door tight fitting and rodent proofed.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed the outside garbage dumpster ground area with accumulated food debris (donuts, bagels). Instructed to remove food and maintain outside dumpster ground area at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(c).

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed bottles of bleach stored on the ground by the soda pop dispenser machine located in the rear food prep area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches from the ground and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

5. Apr 5, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Found improper cold holding temperatures of chicken at 80f located in 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide a minimum cold holding temperature of 41f at all times. Priority violation.7-38-005. Citation issued. 30lbs of chicken discarded at $75

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Found chicken thawing (inadequately) at room temperature located in 3 comp sink. Instructed manager to use an approved thawing method.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Found 1 food employee without proof of food handler training. Instructed manager to provide proof of food handler training for all employees.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

6. Oct 18, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 paperwork Show violations

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no food handlers certificates available for inspector's review. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

7. Aug 18, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   6 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed protective seal still on new freezer equipment in rear of facility and inside cabinets in front food service area and the walk in cooler in rear prep area. Instructed to remove to make easy to clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dust and food debris under toaster oven units in front food service area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the back flow device on the mop sink in the rear food prep area broken. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the hand washing sink in rear food prep area coming loose from wall. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dust and dirt under front counter area near the cash register and in the rear prep area under the shelving unit next to the soda dispensing rack. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy build up of dust inside the vent pipe to the hood ventilation system. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

8. Feb 18, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed a male food handler without a beard guard. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dirt debris on the ground under the shelves that are located in the rear. Instructed to clean.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Feb 15, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: No employe health policy on premises. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation, 7-38-010, no citation issued

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit or diarherra kit or clean up procedures posted. Instructed to provide. Necesary items to obtain are as follows: gloves, face mask, disposable mop and apropriate disinfectant that is noro virus rated. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005, no citation issued

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris underneath food service equipment in front prep area and underneath shelves in storage area. Instructed to clean and sanitized

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers certificates for employes posted. Pic stated that employes are new and that they will enroll in class 2/18/2019

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food alegen certificate for pic. Instructed to provide. No citation issued.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

10. Feb 11, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: No employe health policy on premises. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation, 7-38-010, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit or diarherra kit or clean up procedures posted. Instructed to provide. Necesary items to obtain are as follows: gloves, face mask, disposable mop and apropriate disinfectant that is noro virus rated. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: HANDWASHING SINK KNOB BROKEN. PIC USING SHUT OF VALVE TO TURN HOT WATER OFF AND ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(c)CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed temperatures in walkin cooler at chicken 43.6, salami 48.0 and soup at 48.4. Instructed person in charge to dispose of comprimised foods. Priority violation. Cos citation issued. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed walk-in cooler at 55.2 at this time. Instructed pic to repair. Cooler tagged and shall remain taged until it reaches 41.0 or below and can maintain a temperature of 41.0 degres or below. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris underneath food service equipment in front prep area and underneath shelves in storage area. Instructed to clean and sanitized.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers certificates for employes posted. Pic stated that employes are new and that they will enroll in class 2/18/2019.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food alegen certificate for pic. Instructed to provide. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Mar 27, 2018 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor under shelving of walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer of debris.

12. Jan 12, 2017 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: All multi used utensils must be stored properly. Knife to cut bread may not be stored between prep tables. Correct and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed minor food debris under dry storage shelves located across from the walk in freezer. Instructed to clean and maintain.

13. Dec 13, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed minor food debris under dry storage shelves located across from the walk in freezer. Instructed to clean and maintain.

14. Apr 15, 2016 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous food (chicken) not at the proper cold holding temperature. Observed cold holding unit container for chicken was over-filled and top containers of chicken in 3 different containers were not holding the proper temperature of 40f or below, at the time of inspection 12oz. Of chicken were at temperatures ranging from 46.2f-50.3f. Manager volunteeringly discarded and denatured said item. Instructed to maintain a temperature of 40f or below at all times for all potentially hazardous cold foods. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dirt and food debris along the walls and in all corners of the rear dry storage and food prep areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK ON THE PIPE LOCATED UNDER THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED BROKEN BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED ON THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard boxes on the floor located in the rear dry storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

15. Feb 22, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dirt and food debris along the walls and in all corners of the rear dry storage and food prep areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed a minor leak on the pipe located under the left compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Observed broken backflow prevention device located on the mop sink in the rear. Instructed to repair all and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard boxes on the floor located in the rear dry storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

16. Jul 30, 2015 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of pop machine, ice dispenser, shelves under front counter, sinks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Clean syrup spills under soda dispenser unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Observed purses, keys, etc near slicing equipment under rear prep table. Instructed manager to provide separate area for employee belongings.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leak under rear exposed sink and leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates for all employees.

17. Jul 28, 2015 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Reach-in cooler behind front counter not maintaining proper temperature 55.1f. Instructed manager to repair and maintain 40f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed sliced turkey 51.2f and ham 49.8f stored in reach-in cooler behind front counter. Instructed manager to discard approximately 10 lbs and $30 of food. All cold food must maintain 40f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of pop machine, ice dispenser, shelves under front counter, sinks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Clean syrup spills under soda dispenser unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Observed purses, keys, etc near slicing equipment under rear prep table. Instructed manager to provide separate area for employee belongings.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leak under rear exposed sink and leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates for all employees.

18. Nov 21, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Remove dust accumulaton on hood above the oven and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must repair loose handle at handsink faucet inside the womens toilet room and maintain.

19. Jan 8, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Clean knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables. Instd to store properly.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Employee personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area.

20. Feb 22, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Sweep floors under storage shelves in rear of kitchen.

21. Oct 16, 2012 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The table top and sneeze guard frame in front of the hot chicken holding have some food buildup in the corners; clean, rinse and sanitize area in detail.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: The cabinet below the soda dispenser is wet and the area behind the ice dispenser is dirty; clean, rinse, sanitize and dry said areas.

22. Jan 5, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE SHELVES IN THE REAR STOREROOM HAS SOME DUST BUILDUP. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE WALKIN COOLER AND WALKIN FREEZER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. THE TOILET IN THE MENS WASHROOM ROOM WATER GOES DOWN VERY SLOWLY WHEN IT IS FLUSHED. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE SAME.

23. Mar 18, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR TILES ARE BROKEN BY THE SECOND HAND SINK IN BACK PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE BROKEN TILES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. SECOND HAND SINK IN THE BACK PREP AREA WATER GOES DOWN VERY SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINK SO WATER GOES DOWN PROPERLY.