Subway
1406 W 18th ST, Chicago, IL 60608
Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)
Out of business · as of Dec 18, 2025
Subway was last inspected on December 18, 2025 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
December 18, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Out of Business
No violationsThe inspector found this business closed.
No violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
20 inspections on record
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Conditional
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1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs at the hand washing sinks in the rear and front food prep areas. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed the person in charge without an original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate on site. Instructed an original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate must be on site and posted at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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1 critical2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed the person in charge without a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Instructed all persons in charge must obtain a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation #2.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed no city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site while tcs foods (beef, chicken) were being prepared, handled, and served to the public. No original/valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate was posted. Instructed to always have a city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site and an original/valid certificate posted at all times the facility is open and operating. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the male food handler on site without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirements for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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2 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Found no valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site while time/temperature control for safety foods (meatballs) are being prepared and served to the public. A valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager and certificate must be on site at all times while tcs foods are prepared and served to the public. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found food handlers without proof of food handler training. Instructed manager to provide proof of food handler training for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Instructed employee to wear hair restraint.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 observed chipped soda nozzles. Instructed to make surface smooth or replace to prevent possible contamination.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-403.11 observed personal employee food stored with customer food. Employees must use designated areas for storing personal food in order to avoid contamination.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager without food allergen certification. Instructed to meet requirement
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the cabinet shelf under the beverage station with dirt/debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Found the base of the 3-compartment sink leaking. Instructed to fix leak and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Mop not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store hanging up to dry when not in use.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the unisex restroom trash receptacle without cover, instructed to provide cover.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on premises at this time, instructed to provide, priority foundation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor in front of customers restroom not clean(chips under the front table), instructed to clean, and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the current manager with out allergen training, instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floor under 2-dr upright freezer at rear of debris and in customer washroom of litter and paper towels.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation/exhaust is out in employee washroom . Must repair.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert pans on upper storage shelves above reach in freezer and cooler
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from lower shelving units at hot and cold holding units,drip tray , ice dispenser & counter top at soda station area.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed food and dirt debris under the 3 compartment sink and under rear dry shelving. Instructed to clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler's requirement not met. Instructed to meet requirement and maintain.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty when chicken(145.6f), soup (143.4f), meatballs(142.9f), and sandwiches prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site at all times potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012a
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean shelves under sandwich prep cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Remove debris and clean floors in basement.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate soda dispenser unit off floor. Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.
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Pass
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4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Invert salad containers to protect from contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of ice dispenser on pop machine.
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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.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Food handler certificates not available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide copies of food handler certificates or show documentation that each food handler working has received food handler training or been employed less than 30 days.
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2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Three door reach in cooler is out of temperature range (57f). All cold holding equipment must maintain cood foods at 40f degrees or below. Repair man on premises to repair three door reach in cooler. Temperature after repairs is now at 38f. Critical violation # 7-38-005(a).
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous food does not meets temperature requirement during storage.foods in three door reach in cooler was in the temperature range of 54f to 56f degrees,: pepperoni 54f, cold cuts 54.4f, bacon 56f, turkey 56f, chicken 54f, ham 56.4f, tuna 55f, roast beef 56f. Operator discard and denatures temperature abuse foods. Critical violation # 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Sewer smell in rear prep area. Must clean out grease trap.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Basement floor has debris thur-out. Must detail clean basement floor. All items must be six inches off floor and from walls.
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4 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified manager present at time of inspection while handling potentially hazardous food. Chicken at 182.1 citation issued 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Attached equiptment used for coffee improperly stored on gargage can. Instructed to wash, rinse, and sanitize and store properly at all times. Cardboard improperly stored on top of food prep table. All cardboard to be removed to proper garbage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors unclean under and behind large equiptment. Detail clean and maintain floors under and behind large equiptment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Employee beverage observed in food storage area. All employee items need to be stored in designated area. In employee washroom cloths were observed on top of paper towels used for handwashing. All employee items need to be in designated area.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean and maintain floor drain under rear prep table next to three comp sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Remove dust from ventilation fan in washroom.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified manager present while hot and cold sandwiches are being prepared and served. Obtain proof of enrolled certified sanitation managers to cover your hours of operation.no certified manager certificates posted. Serious citation 7-38-012 h000075471 court date of april 26,2012 and mail in option siscussed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The front counter 2 door cooler is wet inside. Wash,rinse, sanitize and check the cooler for a leak.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Closed bottles of dishwashing and sanitizing solutions are stored above the barbaque sauce and bread sheet pans. Store chemicals away below any food or food contact surface.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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. FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDERNEATH THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAME.
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 11 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.