Subway
2319 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612
Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 1, 2026
Subway was last inspected on October 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.
Latest inspection
October 1, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
3 general-
GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b): observed an oven ambient air thermometer stored inside of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed to provide a refrigerator ambient air thermometer and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-502.12: observed the lid on the outdoor receptacle with a hole in it. Instructed to replace or repair mentioned lid and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-303.11: observed no light inside the walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate light in mentioned area and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
20 inspections on record
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed black mold like substance throughout interior panel above the ice in the ice machine attached to the self service beverage dispenser in the lobby. Also, observed black like substance found in ice shield and the dispenser nozzle. Instructed to remove all ice, clean, sanitize and maintain. Ice machine is used for human consumption. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b): observed an oven ambient air thermometer stored inside of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed to provide a refrigerator ambient air thermometer and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-502.12: observed the lid on the outdoor receptacle with a hole in it. Instructed to replace or repair mentioned lid and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-303.11: observed no light inside the walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate light in mentioned area and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed an oven ambient air thermometer stored inside of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed to provide a refrigerator ambient air thermometer and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the lid on the outdoor receptacle with a hole in it. Instructed to replace or repair mentioned lid and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside the walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate light in mentioned area and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed no label on the squirt bottle on the storage shelf in the rear dishwashing area. Instructed to label and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the counter top where self server drink station, also clean the inside of the cabinet below to remove spills and debris
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the fixtures in the washroom.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the rear and walk in cooler to remove spills and/or debris
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the shelving inside the cabinet under the self serve pop station to remove spills.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the fixtures in the washrooms dirty. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the lights not properly working in the walk in cooler. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leak at faucet of three compartment sink where faucet meets sprayer connection. Instructed person in charge to repair 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: Observed missing ceiling tiles in ceiling over walk in freezer area. Instructed person in charge to replace ceiling tile and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (turkey, ham, chicken) held at improper cold holding temperatures ranging (43.8f-46.7f). Instructed to discard approximately 10 pounds of food products at a cost of $55. All cold foods are to be held at temperature of 41f or below at all times. Priority. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed vomit and diarrhea procedure on site. Facility missing sanitizer effective against the norovirus. Facility must provide procedures and cleaning materials (gloves, mask, disposable mop, disinfectant rated for norovirus) for employees to follow and use when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found thermometer located in walk in cooler inoperable. Must provide working thermometer.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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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: Found storage shelves lined with cardboard. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Found no proof of allergen training on site. Must provide proof of allergen training for all city of chicago certified food service managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation license. Instructed to complete training and keep certificate onsite.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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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 walk in freezer and cooler, clean prep tables and prep sink to remove all food spills. Clean soda dispensor nozzles. Must correct and maintain.
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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 in walk in freezer and walk in cooler, floor in rear prep area and restrooms in need aof cleaninig to remove all debris and food spills. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All clutter in rear storage area must be removed. Coorect and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cutting boards in need of cleaning. When discolored replace. Correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior cleaning to walk in and reach in coolers to remove food spills clean and maintain
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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 in the outer dining area in need of cleaning to remove food spills. Clean and maintain.
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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: Ceiling above front prep table in need of cleaning to remove all dust build up. Must clean and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean under the exposed hand washing sink in the front prep 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: Instructed to clean and maintain the floors in all corners and in the walk in freezer.
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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: Instructed to clean the walls in the rear around the sinks/heavy equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Instructed to have all employees in the prep area to wear a hair restraint.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: No probe thermometer available to take food temperatures. Management instructed to provide a probe thermometer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: All food handling employees must show proof of food handler training. Mus provide.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Floors need cleaning inside the walk in cooler and freezer to remove spills and/or debris.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must provided and maintain a splash guard between the 1 comp prep sink and the 3 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: Must seal opening around wall at front entry door to prevent entry point for pest.
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