Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 27, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 27, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Subway
4036 N Narragansett
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Quick Answers
- When was Subway last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 27, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 6 inspections on record, from Feb 14, 2024 to Oct 27, 2026.
- Has Subway ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 14, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspectionsComplaint
Oct 20, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector’s Notes
NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. MUST HAVE A PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector’s Notes
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(DELI MEAT, CHEESE). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CFM ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 5Other
Official Wording
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector’s Notes
NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
NO PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN DISHWASHING AREA. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE. ESTABLISHMENT PROVIDED A HAND WRITTEN PAPER WHICH PROVIDED THE DATE, COMMENTS THAT READ, "REGULAR SERVICE" AND "NO ACTIVITY". A record of all visits to the retail food establishment by any pest control company describing all pest control-related activities conducted, including inspections and applications of pesticides or other methods to control pests. Observed no written verification with a signature or the license technician name and license number. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(c). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED SEWAGE BACKUP AT WOMEN'S TOILET WHEN FLUSHING MAKING IT UNABLE TO DRAIN COMPLETELY. MUST REPAIR ACCORDING TO LAW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. CORRECTED ISSUE ON SITE.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CARD BOARD BOXES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL UNECESSARY CLUTTER.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 61Other
Official Wording
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector’s Notes
SUMMARY REPORT NOT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC FROM LAST INSPECTION ON 1-15-2026, REPORT #2629776. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 20, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jan 15, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 15, 2026
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 22, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 14, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BOXED FOOD ITEMS ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 14, 2024 · Original Source