Fail

Subway

1139 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660

Restaurant ZIP 60660 Risk 1 (High)

Failed · as of Jun 15, 2026

Subway was last inspected on June 15, 2026 with a result of “Fail”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 2 of them critical.

Latest inspection

June 15, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Fail

Result: Fail

2 critical2 general
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COLD SERVING LINE TO BE IMPROPER:-BEEF 51.8F, CHICKEN TERIYAKI 47.4F, TURKEY 44.6F, VEGGIES 53.7F, PEPPERONI 49.6F, ROAST CHICKEN 46.4f. 54.8F, ROAST BEEF 49.1F, EGGS 52.3F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 51 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $300.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005 - COS

    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: Noted temperature of the display case unit to be improper at 55.4f and service prep cooler also still not maintained with temperature at 68f . Still instructed not to use until equipment is maintaining proper temperature of 41f or below. Equipment is unable to maintain proper temperature when left open and ambient temperature of the room is about 89f. Coolers unable to maintain proper food holding temperatures. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 33)

    Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Wall not clean next to rear mop sink. Must clean and maintain wall.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain dirty exhaust hood above bread oven.

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

5 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted no paper towels at the rear hand washing sink. Instructed to have soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks. 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: Noted internal temperature of the following tcs food items inside cold serving line to be improper:-beef 54.6f, chicken teriyaki 45.3f, turkey 51.8f, ham 44.7f, veggies 62.2f, pepperoni 49.6f, roast chicken 48.7f, chicken 54f, tuna 55.3f, eggs 54.8f, roast beef 49.1f, shredded cheese 52.8f, cheese 56.3f tomatoes 45.8f, cucumbers 45.1f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 51 lbs of products worth $300.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #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: Equipment not maintaining proper temperature. Noted temperature of service cooler at the prep area to be improper at 69.2f. Instructed not to use equipment until maintaining proper temperature of 41f and below. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  2. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11----floor under the rear bag in box soda system and inside the walk-in freezer dirty and with food debris. Must clean all and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:4)-- previous core violation from 2-14-24 report #2591494 not corrected and not corrected from 3-11-25 report #2613510. #58-- no proof of allergen training or certificate for the city of chicago certified food manager. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 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 during the inspection does not have a valid city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Noted meatballs in the hot holding unit held at an improper temperature of 120.7f. Corrective action taken of reheating the meatballs in the microwave oven to 165f or greater. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must not use cardboard as matting for floor inside the walk-in cooler.----floor under the rear bag in box soda system and inside the walk-in freezer dirty and with food debris. Must clean all and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from 2-14-24 report #2591494 not corrected. #36- no internal thermometer located inside the fron prep two door cooler. Must provide.#43- noted knife used to slice sandwiches being improperly stored in a container of water at a temperature of 107.2f. Instructed hot water containers for multi use utensils must be a minimum temperature of 135f or store utensils in a clean container, on a clean prep surface.#55- noted floors throughout the walk-in cooler with food debris and dirt. Must clean and maintain.#55- soiled mop heads must be stored inverted at the utility service sink.#58-- no proof of allergen training or certificate for the city of chicago certified food manager. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge during the inspection does not have a valid city of chicago food service sanitation certificate while tcs foods are being prepared ie: meatballs being held at improper temperature of 120.7. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  4. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical8 general3 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge at the time of the inspection does not have a city of chicago food service sanitation certificate.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted both front and rear hand washing sink paper towel dispensers unable to dispense towels and no paper towels at sinks available for drying washed hands. Employee provided during the inspection. Reviewed hand drying devices/paper towels must be available at all times at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: No internal thermometer located inside the fron prep two door cooler. Must provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: No current pest control service report available for review during this inspection. Last pest service report dated 8-11-22. Must have a licensed pest control co. Service establishment and provide a service report and all other required current documentation. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Noted multiple knives used to slice sandwiches being improperly stored in a container of water at a temperature of 84.2f. Instructed hot water containers for multi use utensils must be a minimum temperature of 135f or store utensils in a clean container, on a clean prep surface.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout the rear under metal rack shelving must be elevated from the floors.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must not use paper or cardboard as liner for shelving throughout.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Soiled mop heads must be stored inverted at the utility service sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted floors throughout the walk-in cooler with food debris and dirt. Must clean and maintain. Missing ceiling tile in the rear prep. Must replace.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted employees personal jacket being stored on top of the rear prep table. Must provide designated locker storage for employees personal belongings.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while tcs foods are being prepared and served such as meatball held hot at 202.3f. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler training or certificates on site for any employees. Must provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: No proof of allergen training or certificate for the city of chicago certified food manager. Must provide.

      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 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.