Subway — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
Subway performs above Florida's state average — 93.3% pass rate vs. 86% statewide.
Subway operates 876 food establishments across Florida with 13,944 inspections on record. 1 locations were shut down in the past 12 months. The pass rate is 93.3%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.4 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Subway #31891 in Jacksonville, shut down April 1, 2026 for rodent activity.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated May 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Okeechobee | 35 | 196 | 2 |
| Subway 25866 | Largo | 26 | 189 | 2 |
| Subway #31891 | Jacksonville | 23 | 156 | 2 |
| Subway # 26241 | Jacksonville | 31 | 153 | 2 |
| Subway #27732 | Wauchula | 29 | 137 | 2 |
Subway: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Subway
93.3%
Pass Rate
93.3%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Subway
3.4
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.4
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Subway
0.11
Closures per 100 Locations
0.11
Florida Average
1.38
Closures per 100 Locations
1.38
Subway: Recent Restaurant Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway #31891 | Jacksonville | Rodent activity | |
| Subway # 26241 | Jacksonville | Rodent activity | |
| Subway | Miami | Fly activity | |
| Subway 21072 | Valrico | Roach activity | |
| Subway 2232 | Brooksville | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Subway Sandwiches | Lauderhill | Roach & fly activity | |
| Subway | Middleburg | Rodent activity | |
| Subway # 50803 | Old Town | Rodent activity | |
| Subway | Yulee | Fly activity | |
| Subway | Tallahassee | Roach activity |
Subway: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Boynton Beach | 1 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Subway | Port Charlotte | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway Restaurant | Sunny Isles Bch | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway | Hawthorne | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Subway 30220 | Tampa | 3 | Warning Issued | |
| Subway 507 | Sarasota | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway 2621 | Port Orange | 4 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Subway | Naples | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway | Hawthorne | 2 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Subway | Hawthorne | 5 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
Subway: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 3,811 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 3,444 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 2,974 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 2,815 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 2,742 |
Subway: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2020 | Subway Resturant | Fort Myers | $1,800 | 7--2019054435 |
| Dec 2, 2016 | Subway 1126 | Fort Myers | $1,600 | 7--2016050362 |
| Apr 20, 2015 | Subway #37825 | Jacksonville | $1,380 | 5--2015002557 |
| Mar 4, 2015 | Subway #31891 | Jacksonville | $1,300 | 5--2015006957 |
| Jul 14, 2025 | Subway #44841 | Clearwater | $1,200 | 3--2024070050 |
| Jun 21, 2021 | Subway | Deerfield Beach | $1,200 | 2--2021001850 |
| Aug 30, 2022 | Subway #35011 | Coconut Creek | $1,100 | 2--2022008358 |
| Jun 14, 2019 | Subway | Fort Myers | $1,000 | 7--2019003048 |
| Jul 11, 2017 | Subway | South Bay | $840 | 2--2017018611 |
| Nov 2, 2020 | Subway #17185 | Panama City Bch | $800 | 6--2020040369 |
Subway: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 189 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 50 |
| Other fire safety violation | 30 |
Subway: Notable Locations
Subway: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 68 | 4.04 | 3 |
| Orlando | 38 | 3.64 | 1 |
| Jacksonville | 33 | 4.44 | 8 |
| Tampa | 26 | 4.73 | 3 |
| Hialeah | 18 | 3.69 | 1 |
| Pensacola | 18 | 1.61 | 0 |
| Fort Myers | 14 | 2.77 | 1 |
| Naples | 14 | 3.20 | 1 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 13 | 3.02 | 0 |
| Bradenton | 12 | 2.85 | 0 |
| Kissimmee | 12 | 3.98 | 0 |
| Lakeland | 12 | 2.09 | 0 |
| Sarasota | 12 | 2.66 | 0 |
| Tallahassee | 12 | 2.20 | 1 |
| Ocala | 11 | 3.36 | 4 |
| Gainesville | 10 | 2.81 | 0 |
| Clearwater | 8 | 5.22 | 1 |
| Hollywood | 8 | 3.13 | 0 |
| Largo | 8 | 5.04 | 2 |
| Miami Beach | 8 | 4.55 | 0 |
| West Palm Beach | 8 | 2.38 | 0 |
| Cape Coral | 7 | 3.06 | 0 |
| Melbourne | 7 | 3.84 | 0 |
| Homestead | 6 | 4.01 | 0 |
| Port St Lucie | 6 | 3.22 | 1 |
| St Petersburg | 6 | 4.05 | 1 |
| Winter Haven | 6 | 2.73 | 0 |
| Boynton Beach | 5 | 2.25 | 0 |
| Coral Springs | 5 | 3.43 | 0 |
| Lake City | 5 | 4.04 | 0 |
Subway: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Subway locations are in Florida?
- Subway has 876 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is Subway's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- Subway has a pass rate of 93.3% across all Florida locations, which is 7.3 percentage points above the state average of 86%.
- How many Subway locations were shut down in Florida this year?
- 1 Subway locations in Florida were shut down by health inspectors in the past 12 months.
- What are the most common health violations at Subway in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at Subway locations in Florida are: Outer openings protected, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which Florida city has the most Subway locations?
- Miami has the most Subway locations in Florida with 68 establishments.
- What was the most recent Subway closure in Florida?
- Subway #31891 in Jacksonville was shut down on April 1, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Subway compare to the Florida state average?
- Subway has a pass rate of 93.3%, which is 7.3 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has Subway been assessed in Florida?
- Subway locations in Florida have been assessed $117,445 in fines across 381 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $310 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
- How many fire safety violations has Subway had in Florida?
- 269 fire safety violations have been documented across 171 Subway locations in Florida. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- How often are Subway locations inspected in Florida?
- Subway locations in Florida have an average of 15.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
Subway in Lakeland (12 locations)
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Subway #7066 47 violations
1509 Hwy 98 S #8, Lakeland, FL 33801-6551
16 inspections · 47 violations · Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026Subway 4098 47 violations
2616 Hwy 92 East, Lakeland, FL 33801
14 inspections · 47 violations · Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026Subway 39 violations
905 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801
15 inspections · 39 violations · Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026Subway at Highland City Town Center 34 violations
5253 Hwy 98 South, Ste. 8-e, Lakeland, FL 33813
13 inspections · 34 violations · Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025Subway 31 violations
4680 Cleveland Heights Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33813
13 inspections · 31 violations · Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025Subway in the Highlands 23 violations
2157 E Cr 540-a, Lakeland, FL 33813
13 inspections · 23 violations · Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025Subway 7749 23 violations
6655 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813
10 inspections · 23 violations · Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025Subway at Northside Village 19 violations
7331 Us 98 N #101, Lakeland, FL 33809
12 inspections · 19 violations · Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026Subway #11439 19 violations
125 N Wabash Ave, Lakeland, FL 33815
12 inspections · 19 violations · Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025Subway at Town&country Square 17 violations
2276 W Griffin Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810
10 inspections · 17 violations · Last inspected: Oct 13, 2025Subway at Plantation Square 11 violations
5395 N Socrum Loop Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809
10 inspections · 11 violations · Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025Subway at Village Plaza 11 violations
4296 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 338093816
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