What is Subway Store #30969's health inspection score?

Subway Store #30969 has a SafeDine safety score of 86 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Subway Store #30969 last inspected?

Subway Store #30969 was last inspected on December 18, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Subway Store #30969 have?

Subway Store #30969 has 13 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Subway Store #30969 safe to eat at?

Yes, Subway Store #30969 has an excellent safety record with a score of 86/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Subway Store #30969

Name: Subway Store #30969
Address: 4552 N KEDZIE AVE, Chicago, 60625
Rating: 86

4552 N KEDZIE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 12/18/2025

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0Excellent

Lincoln Square

Ranked #128 of 447 in Lincoln Square

Improving

6 inspections

Last: Dec 18, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

2.2

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-14

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+12 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

4552 N KEDZIE AVE, Chicago, IL 60625

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

Nov

May 2024

2 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Feb

Dec 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

3 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection4 Canvass

Dec 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED PEELING DUCT TAPE ON THE SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT PREP HAND SINK SNEEZE GUARD. MUST NOT USE TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR/GUARD. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

Base deductions−2 pts

Dec 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Basic

4 total2 risk factors

66/100inspection score

−24 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. EXPIRED CERTIFICATES ONLY AND NO PROOF OF ENROLLMENT WITHIN 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED PEELING DUCT TAPE ON THE SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT PREP HAND SINK SNEEZE GUARD. MUST NOT USE TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR/GUARD. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2612853 ON 2-26-25 NOT CORRECTED. #55- INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY BROKEN/TOP ICE MAKER EQUIPMENT STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.#56- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXHAUST HOOD ABOVE THE OVENS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.#57- OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−24 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY BROKEN/TOP ICE MAKER EQUIPMENT STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXHAUST HOOD ABOVE THE OVENS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

Base deductions−6 pts

May 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Med1 Basic

4 total

73/100inspection score

−27 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED BROKEN LEVER ON SOAP DISPENSER AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED AT REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION".INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLER UNDERNEATH THE MICROWAVE OVEN.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ACCURATE,WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE SAID COOLER.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

Base deductions−27 pts

Nov 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON CEILING IN REAR NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−2 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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