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SUBWAY 33919

4657 A ELMHURST RD, West Palm Beach FL 33409

Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats10
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA6019229
Grade history
JUL 23
APR 24
OCT 24
APR 26
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not stirred/rotated. At microwave, cooked meatballs in marinara sauce reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding but not stirred. Advised operator to reheat to 165+F and stir.
High priority/03E-05-5/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jun 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator touch clothes then handled lid for pan of marinara at steam table; no hand wash. Advised operator to wash hands and sanitize lid.
High priority/12A-28-4/Warning
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed operator washed hands at triple sink with no soap. Operator washed hands with soap at hand wash sink.
High priority/12A-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At make table: sliced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (52F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (52F - Cold Holding) As per operator,all items stored since approximately 20 mins. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator began removing items for quick chilling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit. At microwave: cooked meatballs in marinara sauce(115F at 10:00am- Reheating) Since 3 mins, as per operator process was complete as they are placing it into the steam table. Product not reheated in a microwave to 165+F. Advised operator to reheat to 165+F and use thermometer to confirm.
High priority/03E-08-5/Warning
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Time/temperature control for safety food reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding not stirred/rotated. At microwave, cooked meatballs in marinara sauce reheated in a microwave oven for hot holding but not stirred. Advised operator to reheat to 165+F and stir.
High priority/03E-05-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table: cooked meatballs in marinara (78F- Hot Holding) As per operator, items were reheated in microwave then stored in steam table since 15mins. Operator removed to reheat to 165+F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
All food manager certifications expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ivan Martinez Sohr expired 10/03/2025 Manuel Martinez expired 10/03/2025
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands at ware washing sink. Operator washed hands at hand wash sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Employee employed approximately 5 days. Emailed form to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
The state's own report →
Jun 9, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at mop sink with hose attached.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same Admin Complaint/Return visit Jun 9, 2026 · Same. No vacuum breaker at hose Bibb where hose attached. Admin Complaint
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ivan Martinez Sohr 10/3/2020
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same-Ivan Martinez Time Extended/Return visit Jun 9, 2026 · Same. Ivan Sohr 10/3/2020 Admin Complaint
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same Time Extended/Return visit Jun 9, 2026 · Same. Admin Complaint
Apr 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at mop sink with hose attached.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same Admin Complaint
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ivan Martinez Sohr 10/3/2020
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same-Ivan Martinez Time Extended
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 10, 2026 · Same Time Extended
Apr 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter display cooler, tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (51F - Cold Holding); sliced salami (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (54F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held overnight. Exceeding 6 hours, see stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter display cooler, tuna salad (51F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (51F - Cold Holding); sliced salami (50F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked steak (54F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated items held overnight. Exceeding 6 hours, see stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at mop sink with hose attached.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Ivan Martinez Sohr 10/3/2020
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; meatballs (86F - Hot Holding). Operator stated meatballs reheated in microwave prior to being placed in steam table, held for 30 minutes, reheated to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured by rear kitchen exit door.
Basic/51-11-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch on right wrist while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop wet nesting in mop bucket.
Basic/42-01-4
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...turkey 45°, ham 48°, tuna 50° in cold hold well next to hot holding food at front line being held less than four hours, employee moved food to walk in freezer to cooling fast and replace new food with covered.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken

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.