Subway 229 in Tampa

Last inspected:

4408 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33614

Part of: Subway Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

SUBWAY 229 in Tampa has been subject to significant enforcement action, including one emergency closure for roach activity on October 28, 2020, and two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. The facility has accumulated 86 violations across 18 inspections, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting failures, handwashing facility deficiencies, and improper hand and arm washing practices, cited most severely in September 2022. Food contact surface violations appeared repeatedly in recent inspections. A fire safety violation documented in November 2016 involved a missing portable fire extinguisher. The most recent inspection on September 30, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after 4 violations were cited in a routine food inspection.

Most recent closure: October 28, 2020 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
86Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Subway 229 in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Subway 229 in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Subway 229 in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 08:34:00

Subway 229 in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Subway 229 in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2021009443 $400.00 Dec 29, 2020 Fort Lauderdale
3--2020050435 $400.00 Oct 28, 2020 Tampa

Subway 229 in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. On the floor by prep sink.

Subway 229 in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections28 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Subway 229 in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Subway 229 in Tampa last inspected?
Subway 229 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Subway 229 in Tampa last shut down?
Subway 229 in Tampa was last shut down on October 28, 2020 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Subway 229 in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Subway 229 in Tampa are: Shell stock requirements, Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Subway 229 in Tampa had?
Subway 229 in Tampa has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Subway 229 in Tampa find?
Subway 229 in Tampa was most recently inspected on September 30, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Subway 229 in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Subway 229 in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
Has Subway 229 in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Subway 229 in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Subway 229 in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Subway 229 in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Subway 229 in Tampa been fined?
Subway 229 in Tampa has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Subway 229 in Tampa operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Subway #229 (2016).

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