Pass

Subway

1300 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Feb 5, 2026

Subway was last inspected on February 5, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

February 5, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

    Inspector’s note: Toilet room in need of cleaning to remove any build up instructed to detail clean and maintain

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Minor debris on ground at waste area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain

    Official wording (code 54)

    Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Floor drains in need of cleaning to remove all build up floors under equipment in front prep line in need of cleaning to remove all build up instructed to clean and maintain

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

10 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clutter on top of the walk in cooler/freezer. Instructed to eliminate clutter and organize area. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor drain under the 3-compartment sink with a black substance on the lower surface. Instructed to clean and maintain floor drain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Food handler on site with no proof that he met the food handler's requirement. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food handlers certificate.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: The cfm on site does not have a food allergen certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food allergen certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Canvass · 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 the front entrance door with a 1/4 inch gap at the bottom. Instructed to make said door rodent proofed and tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • 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. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 observed the back flow prevention device in poor repair at the utility sink. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed two food handlers without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirements within 30 days of hire for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed hand washing signs are needed at the hand washing sinks in the food prep area. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed no hair restraints for food handlers. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed one female food handler (new employee) without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement and provide food handlers certificates for new employees within 30 days of hire.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge does not have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed to obtain a certificate and maintain. Priority foundation violation

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observe wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) between uses to prevent cross contamination, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: The vent above the mop sink with dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found the interior/exterior of the floor drains under the sinks with dirt and stains. Instructed to clean all floor drains and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago certified food manager on site while preparing and serving tcs foods. Instructed to have a certified food manager on site at all times during preparation and serving of tcs foods. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign at the front food prep area hand washing sink. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-202.12(a) observed inadequate hot water at the hand washing sink in one of two toilet rooms. At the time of the inspection the water at the hand washing sink was only reaching 44f. Instructed to repair so that the hot water at said hand washing sink maintains 100f at all times. Manager corrected the violation on site and by the end of the inspection said hand washing sink was maintaining 100f. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine that is located in the customer dining area. Instructed to locate.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  8. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observe premises with a biohazardous kit without a disinfectant rated for norovirus. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observe wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses to prevent cross contamination, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observe bottom shelves underneath cooling tables with loose dust debris. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

  9. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

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