SUBWAY #31787
3517 53 AVE W, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941.756.7566
Last inspected Oct 13, 2025 · 6 visits since January 2024
4 inspections trending up, 16 points better than where it started.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of exterior door from kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpsters.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lids.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pallets in garbage enclosure.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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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. Observed no food handlers training. Manage stated she did not know where food handlers trading certificates were located.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of exterior door from kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage on ground around dumpsters.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lids.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pallets in garbage enclosure.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door closure not connected, in disrepair.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Garbage on the pad around dumpster on East side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on East side of building.Person in charge closed lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage behind the dumpster on pad. Lids open.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed knife sanitizer at 0 ppm. Employee corrected to 100 ppm.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food managers training expired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand towels at handwashing sink in kitchen.
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. Miguel Santos did not have food handler training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice shoot. Observed pink slime in ice shoot.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on cutting board under slicer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees drinks on prep table. Operator moved drinks.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage behind the dumpster on pad. Lids open.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knives in standing water on prep line. Operator changed water and added sanitizer tab.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black substance on back and side walls at 3 compartment sink.
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.