CHICAGO, IL - An inspection conducted at Subway on 08/13/2025 identified food safety violations.
The dining establishment functions from 3207 W Diversey Avenue Chicago Illinois in Logan Square, a well-trafficked section of Chicago recognized for its restaurant culture.
The inspection details: "2-101. 012." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. Per FDA Sanitation Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. Per FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving hand washing, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Public health officials identify poor hand hygiene as a primary factor in foodborne illness transmission Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. The CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. Per FDA Food Code Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
City health officials have required that Subway promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in Chicago's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| Inspection ID | 2622152 |
| DBA Name | SUBWAY |
| AKA Name | SUBWAY |
| License # | 2992770 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 3207 W DIVERSEY AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60647 |
| Inspection Date | 08/13/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING�TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | 4-101.19: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | 6-501.18 OBSERVED THE TOILET ROOMS |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | 6-501.11 (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK LEAKING AND IN FRONT PREP AREA WRAPPED IN RED TAPE |
| INTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments | 2-102.13: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP THE CERTIFICATE ONSITE. |
| Latitude | 41.931921464989244 |
| Longitude | -87.70774190672559 |
| Location | (41.931921464989244 |
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, temperature-control, hand-washing, pest-control.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
