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Subway

33 E 71st St, Chicago, IL 60619

Restaurant ZIP 60619 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Jan 6, 2026

Subway was last inspected on January 6, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

January 6, 2026 · Canvass

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical3 general
  • CriticalFood handling

    Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

    Inspector’s note: Observed self-serve drink/ice machine located in dining area with a thick build-up of pink substance and black slime substance on interior of ice chute. Ice is used for human consumption. Person in charge voluntarily removed ice and cleaned machine. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued

    Official wording (code 16)

    Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Noted cutting board in one compartment sink with deep cuts and stains. Instructed to restore to a smooth and easy to clean surface by sanding and resealing or replace and maintain.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

    Inspector’s note: Noted odor from grease trap, instructed to clean

    Official wording (code 52)

    Sewage & waste water properly disposed

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed hall to washrooms cluttered. Instructed to remove all unneccessary items to business. Kept items are to be stored on proper shelving that is non-porous and smooth and easy to clean to ensure proper cleaning of facility and to prevent pest harboage.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

10 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: There's a leak at the base of the faucet on the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to fix and maintain good plumbing.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Cfm on site allergen training certificate expired. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the employee's toilet room not maintained. No cold water. Instructed to provide cold water per city code and maintain. Priority foundation 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 tcs foods held in the front display cooler at improper temperatures. Temperatures ranged from 46.2f to 56.4f and included: ham, tuna, turkey, eggs, chicken, pepperoni, salami, cold cut combo and cheese. Manager discarded all items, a combined weight of approximately 30lbs. Valued at approximately $100.00. Instructed to monitor and keep cold foods at 41f or less. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloth not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the lower surface of the cabinet under the beverage station with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain cabinet surface.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.12: observed the facility utilizing clear lids that go on food storage containers as sink stoppers for all three basins of the three compartment sink, due to all three mechanical sink stoppers not working. Instructed to repair said mechanical sink stoppers or provide adequate sink stoppers for all three basins and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive black mold like substance throughout interior of the ice machine including the inside of the ice cover, the door, the pipes inside of the ice making compartment and the surface above the ice. Instructed to clean, sanitize with food grade solutions and maintain. Ice machines are used for human consumption. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the facility utilizing clear lids that go on food storage containers as sink stoppers for all three basins of the three compartment sink, due to all three mechanical sink stoppers not working. Instructed to repair said mechanical sink stoppers or provide adequate sink stoppers for all three basins and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the freezer floor and the walk in cooler with a build up of dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a few items (bike, cabinet and a shopping cart) in back walk way area. Instructed to remove items as a means of preventing harboring pest and insects.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the walk in freezer to remove debris on the floor.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak underneath the 3 comp sink at the release lever. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris, dust and grime on the floors in the facility's prep area. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, around dish area, prep table and mop sink to remove spills, food debris, and dirt buildup. Instructed to increase cleaning frequency and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food employee personal items (slippers) stored in prep area. Instructed to provide orderly storage area for employees clothing and other possessions.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  9. Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy for employees health. Must provide. Priority foundation

      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: No employee procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide all necessary items including a disposable mop and santizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pic dont have allergen training. Instructed that all managers with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have the allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.