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Subway #12499

B

1320 W Elliot Rd, Tempe 85284

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-24-00733

Score based on 6 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

86
Good

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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100060202420252026Feb 23, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Oct 3, 2024 — Routine — score 59 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Jun 10, 2025 — Routine — score 69 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Dec 17, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jan 6, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 22, 2026 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)79
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Jun 22, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink without soap. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided soap for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection

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6-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Cleanser, Availability. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-206.11

Inspector's notes

Observed two bottles of inspect in chemical storage area at time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-206.11 - Priority: Restricted Use Pesticides, Criteria

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Inspector's notes

Observed light gap in back door of the establishment. Outer openings of food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next inspection

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6-202.15 - Core: Outer Openings, Protected

Jan 6, 2026RoutinecleanA

Routine InspectionRoutine Inspection conducted. Spoke with the manager. No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 6, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

2025

Dec 30, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

Dec 17, 2025RoutineA

Routine InspectionRoutine Inspection. Spoke with the manager. Correct the following items: 1) Provide a properly installed food preparation sink or provide all pre-cut, pre-washed, pre-packaged produce. 2) Properly re-install ceiling tiles near the water heater so that they are flush. 3) Sump pump drain lines must be labeled and drain to an approved waste receptable. Ensure 1-inch air gaps off the sump pump. 4) The RPZ backflow preventer located under the soda tower is leaking. Service, test, and maintain. Provide a copy of the back flow test report. Legal action may result from this inspection.

#2 — Certified Food Protection ManagerCounty code (MCEHC)
Dec 2, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

Nov 19, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean

Advisory

Jun 10, 2025Routine2 priority1 coreC°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.All violations noted on INSP-013874-2024 conducted on 10/3/2024 have not been corrected. Reviewed outstanding items (prep sink/hand sink installations and other items). Additional follow up by Plan Review & Construction program is required.

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed cut ham at 46-48'F in covered, stacked containers in walk-in cooler. Per labeling, the ham was prepped between 11 AM-12 PM, more than 4 hours prior to inspection. TCS foods prepared from cold or ambient room temperature ingredients must be cooled from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Reviewed with PIC proper cooling methods utilizing shallow, uncovered, unstacked pans in walk-in cooler/freezer. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed 3-compartment sink actively in-use with sanitizer concentration significantly above 400 ppm quat. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Discussed importance of monitoring sanitizer levels with PIC. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed heavy build up of organic matter in floor sink under soda machine. Also observed accumulation of food debris and organic matter on shelves and various locations in kitchen. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Oct 3, 2024Routine2 priority2 foundation1 coreC

Routine / follow up on OC itemsDue to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-204.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Repeat Violation Noted ware washing and food prep (microwave for reheating foods) areas do not have a hand sink within line of sight of these area. Provide a hand sink in the area. Sink must have hot and cold water and side splashguards. 5-204.11 - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority foundation5-203.13

Inspector's notes

The establishment cut lettuces, tomatoes, and onions but a food prep sink was not provided. Provide a food prep sink. Sink must have hot and cold water and indirectly discharge to the nearest floor sink with minimum 1" air gap from the finished grade. 5-205.13 - Priority Foundation: Scheduling Inspection and Service for a Water System Device Addl Notes: Noted the water filter for the soda machine was last changed in January of 2023, other water filters for proofer and oven are not dated. Please replace. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.13 - Priority: Backflow Prevention, Air Gap Addl Notes: Noted drainpipes/ lines from water filter, vent ports of backflow preventers are not provided with the proper air gap. Provide minimum 1" air gap from the finished floor / grade for all drainpipes. 5-302.12 - Core: Inspection and Cleaning Port, Protected and Secured Addl Notes: Provide cleanout cover for the cleanout port at the mop sink. PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-203.14 - Priority: Backflow Prevention Device, When Required Addl Notes: All water connected; non-carbonated beverage dispensers must have an approved backflow device such as an inline dual check meeting ASSE 1022 standards. Noted the tea brewer does not have a backflow preventer installed at the water connection point. Provide an approved backflow device, vented dual check valve (ASSE 1022), prior to re-inspection. All testable backflow devices must be certified.

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Repeat Violation Noted hoses are used for the overflow/ bleed line, vent port of the backflow preventer and drain line from sum pump of the walk-in freezer. Provide rigid drainpipes such as metal, PVC or ABS for all drainpipes. 5-203.13 - Core: Service Sink

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Noted the floor sink under the soda fountain station is heavily soiled and has standing water in it. The manager removed the large trash in the floor sink. Noted heavy built up of slime inside the soda fountain floor sink. Also, sinks' handles, fridges handles are sticky to touch. Please increase cleaning frequency to prevent built up. 6-201.18 - Core: Walls and Ceilings, Studs, Joists, and Rafters Addl Notes: Noted ceiling tile is missing above the mop sink. Please provide.

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Repeat Violation Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Sep 12, 2024Advisorynot scoredclean

Permit update: Contacted the facility maintenance manager, Josh Bradey, for correction to facility’s items violations in the ownership change inspection. Mr. Bradey will update inspector on Monday 9/16/24 with facilities that are ready for follow up inspection. Uploaded communication email to file.

Feb 23, 2024Routine1 foundationB°

E&D, class 3 10+OC inspection was conducted with the person in charge, Michael C. The establishment is open and operating.Person in charge is not a certified food protection manager (CFPM). Maricopa County requires the person in charge must be a CFPM and at the site during all operational hours. Maintain CFPM and food handler certifications on file for inspection purpose.Permit is approved.Please address the following items prior to the re-inspection on 3/29/24:1. Provide a food prep sink. The establishment cut vegetables, drain off can goods, etc. Sink must have hot and cold water and indirectly drain to a floor sink with minimum 1” air gap from the finished grade.2. Provide a vented dual check valve backflow preventer (ASSE 1022) at the water connection point of the tea brewer. 3. Repair/ replace the RPZ backflow preventer (ASSE 1013) of the soda carbonator. It is leaking at the time of inspection.4. Provide minimum 1” air gap from the finished floor for drainpipes from the soda station.5. Provide rigid drainpipes for the pipes from the sump pump of the walk-in freezer, the soda fountain drain, overflow lines of the water filter, and ice machine. Flexible hoses are not acceptable.6. Provide 3/8” radius cove at cabinet base and floor juncture of the soda fountain station.7. Provide cleanout cover for the cleanout port at the mop sink. 8. Seal around the drainpipe of the condensation drain at the mop sink.9. Replace any dimmed/ burnt light.10. Remove all un-usable equipment from the premises.11. Detail clean floor sinks, and inside/ outside of the soda fountain cabinet. 12. Provide missing ceiling tiles near the mop sink.14. Provide lockers for staff to store their personal belongings.15. Provide a dedicated area for employee's drink/ food. These areas must not be above food/ drink storage for customers.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed the report to the owner.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.Contact the Department at 602-506-6824 to schedule the next inspection. Allow 7-15 business days to schedule.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Signer: Michael Colombaro

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-204.11

Priority Foundation-5-204.11, Pf: Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox--- Handwashing. __ Noted hand sink is not within line of sight for the ware washing area. Please provide. Sink must have hot and cold water and side splashguards. Splashguards must be at the height of the faucet and length of the sink. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →