SUBWAY 3956
1895 N HIGHLAND AVE, Clearwater FL 33755 · (727) 239-7783
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2023
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Three Live, small flying insects in kitchen near mop sink in chemical storage area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles of cleaner stored on shelving unit next to boxes of soda in kitchen. Manager relocated spray bottles
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Compressor leaking into a bowl inside the walk in cooler. Manager to schedule service this day
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on the interior top area
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled shelf in cabinet at self service station
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on the metal pans stacked on shelf above prep table
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0 ppm quaternary. Person in charge changed solution recheck 200 ppm quaternary
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - 46 F sliced turkey at front counter area near steam table, lettuce 49 F in cold holding unit at front counter area Manager placed food in freezer for quick chill down Recheck 40 F sliced turkey, 40 F cut lettuce
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
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. Marcos hired over 3 months previously
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in front counter area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil( knives )stored in sanitizer between uses.at front counter area. Manager removed knives
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled hand wash sink in men's restroom
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced turkey 49 F in front counter holding unit next to steam table. Manager placed container of turkey on ice. Recheck 43 F
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water leaking from condenser inside walk in cooler. Bowls under leak to collect water. Service scheduled per manager.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 PPM. Manager changed solution. Recheck 200 ppm
Sep 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Three Live, small flying insects in kitchen near mop sink in chemical storage area
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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.
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.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in floor drain under triple sink
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry inside mop sink
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm in front counter and food prep area - manager changed solution recheck 100 ppm chlorine
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.