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FIREHOUSE SUBS BOYNTON WEST

9903 S MILITARY TRL C, Boynton Beach FL 33436 · 8186536661

Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6021163
Grade history
SEP 24
JUL 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. meatballs (112F - Hot Holding); chili (112F - Hot Holding) being held in steam table for more than 4 hours. No water in steam table. See Stop Sale
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $300

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2023009466Feb 14, 2023Jun 5, 2023$300

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area...employee came from bathroom and putting gloves on hand, grabbed bread to prep. Employee washed hands after discussion.
High priority/12A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled...employee removed wet towel from handwashing sink and then grabbed pickle without washing hands. Employee changed gloved washed hands after discussion. Stop sale issue pickle. Employee discarded.
High priority/12A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition......Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled...employee removed wet towel from handwashing sink and then grabbed pickle without washing hands. Employee changed gloved washed hands after discussion
High priority/01B-13-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...some food evidence ( mushrooms) in handwashing sink by triple sink.wet towel stored in handwashing sink at both handwashing sink. Employee removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner...thawing chili, sauce in room temperature, ready to eat steak thawing in standing water. Employee removed
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry...mop stored in mop sink.
Basic/42-01-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses...wet towel. Employee removed.
Basic/21-12-4
The state's own report →
Mar 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed inside of main cooler shield with dirt and or slime. Operator cleaned.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. meatballs (112F - Hot Holding); chili (112F - Hot Holding) being held in steam table for more than 4 hours. No water in steam table.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. meatballs (112F - Hot Holding); chili (112F - Hot Holding) being held in steam table for more than 4 hours. No water in steam table. See Stop Sale
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof provided for 3 employees on duty. 6 certificates provided for employees not on duty
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed AC unit in ceiling leaking water through vents ceiling tile tracks above front counter. Buckets and pans being used to catch water and did not observe water dripping into food at time of inspection. Cook line flip top cooler moved back to prevent possible contamination
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Jul 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese 53F. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than four hours. Operator placed cheese in ice bath.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottle of vinegar stored in handwashing sink near warewashing area. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's restroom. Operator refilled
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles containing clear substance not labeled. Operator labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 6, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 6, 2023 · Operator unable to provide Admin Complaint
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drinking water and Gatorade in Reach In Cooler. Manager removed item and placed in a bin.
Basic/40-06-5
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
Basic/16-16-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.