What is Subway Sandwich's health inspection score?

Subway Sandwich has a SafeDine safety score of 99 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 Sandwich last inspected?

Subway Sandwich was last inspected on January 14, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Subway Sandwich have?

Subway Sandwich has 17 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Subway Sandwich safe to eat at?

Yes, Subway Sandwich has an excellent safety record with a score of 99/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Subway Sandwich serve?

Subway Sandwich serves Sandwich cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Subway Sandwich

Name: Subway Sandwich
Address: 7908 S HALSTED ST, Chicago, 60620
Rating: 99

7908 S HALSTED ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/14/2026

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0Excellent

Sandwich•Chicago

Ranked #98 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 100% of sandwich restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Jan 14, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

2.4

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-1

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+2 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

100

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.

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jan

Jan 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Oct 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

4 basic

Oct

Apr 2025

2 inspections

3 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

Jan

Inspection History

7 records on file

3 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Complaint Re-Inspection2 Complaint

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 25

Canvass InspectionFail

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED WATER ACTIVELY LEAKING FROM CEILINGS IN FRONT PREPARATION AREA AND REAR HALLWAY WITH PLASTIC BINS AND BOWLS PLACED ON FLOOR AND ON & IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT CATCHING WATER.MANAGER STATES THE ROOF NEEDS REPAIRS AND WILL BE ADDRESSED SOON. INSTRUCTED TO TAKE MEASURES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST CLEAN WATER FROM EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT THAT IS LEAKING FROM CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN STANDING AND POOLING WATER FROM FLOORS IN HALLWAY AND REAR STORAGE ROOM AND FRONT PREP AREA AND KEEP DRY.

Base deductions−6 pts

Oct 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEE

Base deductions−2 pts

Oct 24

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High2 Med3 Basic

6 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.8F WITH TCS READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 5LBS. CHICKEN TERIYAKI-45.9F ON TOPSIDE OF COLD HOLDING UNIT.2LBS. SHREEDED LETTUCE-51.3F AND .5LBS. SPINACH-51.3 IN 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.7.5 LBS.$48.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF SIDE EXIT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED OUTSIDE SHARED GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH & BAGS,LIDS WIDE OPEN AND BOXES ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER.MUST REMOVE TRASH FROM ABOVE RIM AND GROUND FOR LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING & AREA CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST SEAL GAP IN LOWER WALL BASE AT REAR SEATING AREA FOR STAFF.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEE.

Base deductions−26 pts

Jan 24

Complaint InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO MEAT SLICER ON COUNTER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LINED ON REAR STORAGE SHELVES TO HAVE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE FRONT DOOR(GLASS) IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRPPER HAIR RESTRAINT FOR EMPLOYEE'S IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AS REQUIRED.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED WATER IN THE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ICE INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTIAN.

Base deductions−9 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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