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EAT

Subway 5183

333 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610 · Old Town · Restaurant · High risk
EAT
86/100

Strong record across 22 inspections — minor issues only

Inspections
22
15 passed
Last Inspected
2025-11-05
Pass Rate
68%
1 failure
Score
86/100
EAT
8 consecutive passes, most recently 2025-11-05
Failed 1 inspection (2019)
Sanitation issues found across 27 inspections
Employee Hygiene issues found across 5 inspections
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Sanitation critical 27×
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Plumbing & Waste minor
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Employee Hygiene critical
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Pest Activity critical
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Other serious
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Documentation & Training critical
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Food Temperature critical
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Facility Condition minor
2025-11-05 Pass Complaint
1
minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NOTED SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HANGING BELOW THE RIM OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE DEVICE TO HOLD THE SPRAYER ABOVE THE WATER RIM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

2025-03-04 Pass Canvass
2
serious Employee Hygiene

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING IN THE REST ROOM UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE LOWER REACH IN UNITS WHERE THE MEAT SLICER AND BREAD OVEN ARE LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO PULL FROM WALLS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSIIBLE PE...

2024-07-10 Pass Canvass

No violations found.

2023-06-28 Pass Canvass
1
minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

EXPIRED ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL CITY/PENDING CITY CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

2022-02-25 Pass Canvass
1
serious Employee Hygiene

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA DRAINS SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

2021-01-21 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2020-02-18 Pass Canvass
CRITICAL 3
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2019-02-15 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 6
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE...

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA/ DISH WASHING AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. ...

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.

critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN DURING TIME OF RE-INSPECTION. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUC...

2019-02-08 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 8
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38.010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE...

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO IN...

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005

minor Food Temperature

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER TO ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, ...

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.

2018-06-20 Pass Canvass
5
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed chipped paint on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to resurface and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed grease buildup on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Observed soiled paper towels and toilet tissue on floor in customer restrooms. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed dust accumulation on light shield covers above front counter area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed small leak at hand sink faucet neck in customs restroom.Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

2017-12-07 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Sanitation

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

Observed utensils (coffee equipment, spoons, etc.) inside basin of hand sink in front prep area, making it in accessible. Instructed hand sink may only be used for the purpose of washing hands only. Hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. O...

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed black, slimy, mold like substance around faucet handles in restroom. Must detail clean and sanitize faucet. Must maintain same.

minor Pest Activity

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Observed open/uncovered floor drain in restroom. Must provide drain cover to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

minor Pest Activity

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Observed equipment not in use stored in rear prep area. Must remove if not in use to prevent pest harborage.

minor Other

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Observed no proof of food handler training (for 2 female new hires) on site. Must provide proof of food handler training for all employees. Must maintain records on site at all times.

2017-01-30 Pass Canvass
3
minor Facility Condition

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT THE LIGHT FIXTURES LOCATED ABOVE THE SANDWICH PREP AREA.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK.

minor Documentation & Training

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOUND ONE FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER WITHOUT HIS IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE.

2016-08-15 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WORNED OUT WITH DARK STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN KNOZZLES AT THE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION AND MAINTAIN.

2016-03-14 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
4
serious Documentation & Training

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS--SANDWICHES ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED MUST BE ON SITE AT...

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOOR INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM IS DIRTY.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

TOILET ROOM URINAL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Facility Condition

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES.

2015-04-16 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED BOTTOM SHELVING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER LINED WITH CARDBOARD PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2014-08-11 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN AND MOP THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA.

2013-12-17 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

FOUND CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR FOR LETTUCE SLICER MACHINE.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BATHROOM SINK NOT CLEAN.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.

2013-01-31 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 2
critical Food Temperature

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

FOUND 4LBS OF MEAT BALLS AND 5 LBS OF CHICKEN AT TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 110.3F-129.6F HELD IN STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO STORE HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $10.

serious Other

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

2011-11-17 Pass w/ Conditions Tag Removal
3
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulati...

2011-11-15 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
4
serious Sanitation

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE...

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...

2010-10-14 Pass Complaint
2
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED PREMISES USING PLASTIC CRATES TO ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE...

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.

2010-01-15 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVES, BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER AND IN WASHROOM AND REMOVE SPILLS.

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREA TO STORE EMPLOYEE BE...

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