SUBWAY 27098
2522 SANTA BARBARA BLVD,, Cape Coral FL 33914 · 239-573-1210
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (78F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The operator placed in microwave to reheat meatballs.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025066845 | Aug 13, 2025 | Dec 19, 2025 | $600 |
| 7--2025029075 | Feb 28, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 | $360 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front hand sink blocked with sanitizer bucket. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. This violation was previously cited on 08-11-2026 during a routine inspection and is currently set for a callback compliance on 10-11-2026
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. This violation was previously cited on 08-11-2026 during a routine inspection and is currently set for a callback compliance on 10-11-2026
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink in prep kitchen is coming off the wall. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-11-2026
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back prep area. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two unsecured CO2 cylinders next to bag in box rack. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Partial bottle of water (no lid/straw) in walk in cooler
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink in prep kitchen is not secured to the wall and drain pipe is leaking.
Aug 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employees return to work, place on single use gloves but failed to wash hands. Discussed the need for hand washing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter hand sink.
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. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 02-28-2025
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter hand sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two unsecured CO2 cylinders next to soda rack are unsecured. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 02-28-2025
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Cup of soda (no lid or straw) next to back hand sink.
Feb 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (45F - Cold Holding); ham (45F - Cold Holding); turkey (47F - Cold Holding); roast beef (47F - Cold Holding) in front line reach-in cooler. The operator moved all items into reach-in cooler under the sandwich warmer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (78F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The operator placed in microwave to reheat meatballs.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler on front line ambient temperature 47F.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind in dishwashing area.
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); fried eggs (52F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler beside cookie holder. The operator discarded all products.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler beside cookie holder ambient temperature 50F.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed a dead roach in dining area. The operator cleaned and sanitized area the dead roach was found.
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tuna (46F - Cold Holding), cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding) and tuna (45F - Cold Holding) in front counter reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler. The owner discarded the cut leafy greens we did a re-check on the Tuna the temperature came down to 43F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed meatballs (112F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The operator is reheating meatballs in microwave. See Reheat Temperature.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket in handwashing sink behind front counter. The operator removed sanitizer bucket from handwashing sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind in dishwashing area.
May 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Jan 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nov 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed green scouring pad in hand washing sink behind front counter. The green scouring pad was removed from hand washing sink.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.