How many health inspections has SUBWAY had?

SUBWAY has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has SUBWAY ever been shut down?

No, SUBWAY has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at SUBWAY?

The most frequently cited violations at SUBWAY are: Proper ventilation, Premises clean, Outer openings protected.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

SUBWAY

20521 OLD CUTLER RD, Cutler Bay, FL 33189

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: JNK SUBS CUTLER BAY LLC · License: SEA2325602

SUBWAY in Cutler Bay, FL has 18 inspections on record with 134 total violations (7.4 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

18Inspections

134Violations

0Closures

Data current as of October 1, 2024

Inspection History (18)

Oct 1, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations · Call Back - Complied

Sep 30, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 20 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 5, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Jul 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 16 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 13, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 13, 2019 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance

Nov 4, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Feb 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Dec 26, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

SUBWAY has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 7.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has SUBWAY had?: SUBWAY has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has SUBWAY ever been shut down?: No, SUBWAY has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at SUBWAY?: The most frequently cited violations at SUBWAY are: Proper ventilation, Premises clean, Outer openings protected.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: October 1, 2024 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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