Subway in Tampa

Last inspected:

19910 Bruce B Downs Rd, Tampa, FL 33647

Part of: Subway Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Subway 36902 in Tampa was emergency-closed once, on October 19, 2021, for fly activity. The facility has accumulated 160 violations across 26 inspections dating back to at least 2016, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection — significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included food contact surface contamination, employee health policy violations, and improper chemical storage. The facility experienced a cluster of complaint-based inspections and emergency callbacks in October 2021 following the closure, with one callback resulting in non-compliance. Most recent inspections show improvement: the April 3, 2025 routine inspection was completed with no violations and no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 19, 2021 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
162Violations
1Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Subway in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 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 in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Subway 36902 in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 10:29:00

Subway in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 11 inspections65 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Subway in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Subway in Tampa under active enforcement?
Records show 4 emergency order inspections between October 22, 2021 and October 25, 2021. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Subway in Tampa last inspected?
Subway 36902 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 27, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
When was Subway in Tampa last shut down?
Subway 36902 in Tampa was last shut down on October 19, 2021 for fly 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 in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Subway 36902 in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Subway in Tampa had?
Subway 36902 in Tampa has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Subway in Tampa find?
Subway 36902 in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 27, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
Has Subway in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Subway 36902 in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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