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SUBWAY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SUBWAY 726 E 87TH ST, CHICAGO 60619 Restaurant
February 21, 2025 Canvass License #2957217
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #8
CRITICAL
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PUTTING ON GLOVES TO PREPARE A SANDWICH WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS BEFORE/AFTER GLOVE USE, WHEN MULTI-TASKING, ETC.). PRIORITY 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NEEDS A SPLASH GUARD TO PROTECT CUPS STORED NEXT TO IT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE CUPS. MAINTAIN SAME.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: LOWER SURFACE OF CABINET UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK WITH DIRT AND SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE MOP SINK WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE MOP SINK WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections