SUBWAY 5185
6507 SR 64 E, Bradenton FL 34208
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024013411 | Jan 23, 2024 | Mar 25, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
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.sahil
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.Gave Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Dead roaches on premises.observed approximately 15 dead roaches in dry storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in main kitchen area slicer soiled with dried food particles
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.sahil
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.Gave Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Dead roaches on premises.observed approximately 15 dead roaches in dry storage area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. observed wristband on employee while preparing food. Employee removed wristband.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed wrist watch on employee preparing food. Employee removed and washed hands.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee..
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed in sanitizer.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 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. Observe in back kitchen area Triple Sink (Quaternary 000ppm); Person in charge filled sanitizer container and recheck Triple Sink (Quaternary 300ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees. Observed in reach in cooler on deli make station cheese (52F - Cold Holding); turkey (51F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding food and fill line in food container. Person in charge stated that they empty and turn off reach in cooler each night.Person in charge removed cheese and turkey and placed in walk-in cooler.
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. Jenny,jimmy and Steven.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler.Person in charge removed from floor.
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on north side of building both doors.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink.
Sep 11, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Priority: Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on front line tuna salad (48F - Cold Holding); beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicken (49F - Cold Holding); ham (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (50F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated it was placed in reach in cooler approximately 1 hour ago and placed all items in walk in cooler. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted mop. Priority: Basic
Jan 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area soiled gasket on Walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touched cell phone and put on gloves and grabbed a unwrapped meat sandwich. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing. Person in charge discarded sandwich. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee touched cell phone and put on gloves and grabbed a unwrapped meat sandwich. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing. Person in charge discarded sandwich. Employee removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Bread Rack Grilled Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Tuna Salad (47F - Cold Holding); Sliced Roast Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef Steak (48F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that the above food product had been in the Reach in cooler overnight. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Bread Rack Grilled Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Tuna Salad (47F - Cold Holding); Sliced Roast Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef Steak (48F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that the above food product had been in the Reach in cooler overnight. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all food items.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area soiled gasket on Walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on West side of parking area. Person in charge closed Dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area next to mop sink. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen.
Jul 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food at front counter deli station. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee removed washed hands and put on clean gloves.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed a copy to Person in charge. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed in back kitchen area Onions stored on floor Person in charge removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in back kitchen area soiled gasket on Walk in freezer
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors in back area of main kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area.
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.