Pass

Bp/Subway

1955 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jan 22, 2026

Bp/Subway was last inspected on January 22, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

January 22, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralFood handling

    Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: If sponges are gong to be used replace more often. When sponges are discolored or in poor condition replace and maintain

    Official wording (code 41)

    Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Leak at faucet on 1 comp sink in prep area. Instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Mens room in need of detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain clean

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspection history

24 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: No hand washing signs located at the front and rear hand washing sinks. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: The 1 compartment sink leaks at the base of the faucet. The hand washing sink slowly drains. Both in the rear prep. Instructed to fix and maintain good plumbing.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors in the corners and under the sinks with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: CFMs WITH EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 paperwork 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 signs located at the front and rear hand washing sinks. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a female food handler without proof of food handler training. Instructed to provide or meet requirement for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • 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 certificate posted on site while time/temperature control for safety foods (chicken) are being prepared and served to the public. A valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager 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

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical 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 front and rear food prep area hand washing sinks. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: The pipes and conduits in the rear area above the grease trap needs to be caulked/sealed. Instructed to caulk/seal around the pipes. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed a male food handler without a beard guard. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

  7. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed holes in the walls in the womens restroom, instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training at this time, instructed to provide. All city of chicago sanitation managers must provide allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the two door icecream freezer with excessive ice, instructed to defrost and clean freezer.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No person in charge on premises. Must provide. Priotity foundation violation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no policy in place for employee health. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010, no citation issued, must come into compliance in 90 days.

      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: Observed no procedures in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Must provide. Priorty foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued, given 90 days to comply.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed various tcs food items (soup(48.3f), deli meats(51.2f),chicken(49.5f), turkey(51.2f), leafy greens(53.9f), sliced tomatoes(52.6f), tuna(51.1f), milk(51f), cheese(51f) etc.)in 8-dr reach/walk-in cooler at improper internal temperatures ranging from 48.3f-53.9f. Manager immediately denatured and discarded food items. Instructed to hold cold foods at 41f or lower at all times. Approx. Wt.625lbs and value $1335.00. 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: 4-301.11 observed 8-dr reach/walk-in cooler containing various packaged tcs food items(deli meats, soups, chicken, roast beef etc.) at improper temperature ranging from 48.2f-49.6f. Had food items removed and discarded. Instructed that cold holding equipment must maintain cold temperature of 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005.

      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: Observed leak at under wash compartment of 3-comp sink at rear. Must repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide proof of allergen training as required. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. Given 90 days to comply.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Found the corners under the 3-compartment sink with dirt/food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: There is graffiti on the mirrors in both of the toilet rooms. Instructed to remove. The wall tiles in the toilet rooms need regrouting. Instructed to regrout and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: No proof provided that all food handlers have met the illinois department of public healths food handlers requirements. Instructed to provide and maintain.

  11. Pass

    Recent Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed a minor leak at the left bottom compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

  12. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous serious violation not corrected from report #1770675; 18 observed front entrance door not rodent proofed with 1/4 inch gap under said door. Manager made door rodent proofed during re-inspection. Critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed a minor leave at the left bottom compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

  13. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed front entrance door not rodent proofed with 1/4 inch gap under said door. Instructed to make door rodent proofed and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors thru out with minor dirt and food accumulation. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed a minor leak at the left bottom compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Remove soiled cardboard on chip display shelves. Remove crates and provide adequate shelving for storage in walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all beverage machines.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under soda dispenser unit, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.

    • 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 buildup on ceiling vent above oven in subway prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Install an exposed hand sink with hot and cold running water soap and paper towels in dish washing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in sales and walk-in cooler areas.

  15. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting provided inside of the walk-in cooler. Management instructed to provide adequate lighting inside of the walk-in cooler.

  16. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage area not maintained and garbage overflowing over the top of the dumpster so that the lid cannot be closed. Observed garbage and litter on the ground inside of the fenced in enclosure. Also, observed garbage overflowing over the top of the dumpster so that the lids cannot be closed. Management instructed to clean and maintain the garbage area and maintain adequate garbage pickup so that garbage does not overflow over the top of the dumpster. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting provided inside of the walk-in cooler. Management instructed to provide adequate lighting inside of the walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must show proof of food handler training. Must provide.

  17. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Found floors beneath the grocery shelvings bp service station/customer areas are dirty,clean and maintain floors in detail.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found no visible backflow prevention device at the cappuccino coffee unit at bp service station table,instructed to provide and maintain.

  18. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Found fan covers inside the walk-in-cooler with dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Found floors beneath the grocery shelvings bp service station/customer areas are dirty,clean and maintain floors in detail.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found no visible backflow prevention device at the cappuccino coffee unit at bp service station table,instructed to provide and maintain.

  19. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Food (ice) not protected during storage inside of the ice machine. Observed black slimy substance on interior water components of the ice machine. Management instructed to turn off machine, remove ice and have interior of ice machine cleaned and sanitized. Tagged held for inspection.must fax letter to the cdph 312-746-4240 for tag removal att:d.bhattal or by e-mail: cdphfood@cityofchicago.org. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Found fan covers inside the walk-in-cooler with dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Found floors beneath the grocery shelvings bp service station/customer areas are dirty,clean and maintain floors in detail.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found no visible backflow prevention device at the cappuccino coffee unit at bp service station table,instructed to provide and maintain.

  20. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago sanitation certificate posted at this time of inspection need to post and have manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious citation issued

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Need to provide splash guard at front handsink.premises has a single service coffee machine next to hand sink front counter.premises has rusty storage shelf in walk-in cooler need to remove rust.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean front cooler in gas station.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean milk off ceiling in walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Need thermometer for milk cooler.

  21. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The south condenser unit in the walk in cooler has some ice buildup, remove the ice buildup.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: The walk in cooler floor and shelves are dirty; wash, rinse and sanitize the cooler interior.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The coffee bar back wall is dirty, clean the wall.

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • 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. SOME FLOOR TILES IN THE STORE SECTION ARE BROKEN AND SOME ARE MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN THE CEILING AND WALLS IN THE WALKIN COOLER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE SUBWAY SIDE HAS DUST BUILDUP.;

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. CLEAN ALL THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST AND DIRT ON THEM.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • 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. repair broken wether strip at front door.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.