CHICAGO, IL - An inspection on 08/14/2025 at Subway uncovered significant health code violations.
The dining establishment functions from 1901 W 103Rd Street Chicago Illinois in Beverly, a well-trafficked section of Chicago recognized for its restaurant culture.
The inspection details: "Obseverd food service manager on site without the city of chicago foodservice manager certification posted or on person. 55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean - comments: observed floor in rear soda storage area under the shelving ..." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Professional food safety experts consider temperature monitoring essential for preventing foodborne illness Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Subway swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| Inspection ID | 2622248 |
| DBA Name | SUBWAY |
| AKA Name | SUBWAY |
| License # | 2846175 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 1901 W 103RD ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60643 |
| Inspection Date | 08/14/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSEVERD FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION POSTED OR ON PERSON. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING AND PREPARING ALL TCS FOODS (CHICKEN |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED FLOOR IN REAR SODA STORAGE AREA UNDER THE SHELVING WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS |
| DUST AND DEBRIS BETWEEN THE COUNTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments | OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR SUNITABEN PATEL. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE. |
| Latitude | 41.706475573671476 |
| Longitude | -87.66918698738836 |
| Location | (41.706475573671476 |
This inspection was conducted on August 14, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control, temperature-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.
