RecordWell Data

Subway

4861 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60630 · Cook County

41cited violations
0serious tier
21inspections
10tier not stated

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Restaurant)
Inspected by
Chicago Department of Public Health
License / ID
1492416
Status
Risk 1 (High)
Official record
Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
2025210
2024100
2023120
2022110
2021120
2020120
2019120
2018120
2017220
2016230
2015120
2014240
2013120
2012140
20112100
2010120

Inspections

  1. Dec 19, 2025 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      OBSERVED DRAIN PLUMBING AT THE REAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, SLOW-DRAINING BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE REAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE DRAINAGE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.

  2. Jan 14, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  3. May 7, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  4. Aug 2, 2023 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON INTERIOR BASE AND EXTERIOR DOORS OF CABINET UNDERNEATH FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      OBSERVED DUSTY VENT COVER IN UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  5. Mar 11, 2022 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      FOUND FOOD SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.

  6. Mar 24, 2021 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM SANDWICH PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

  7. Jan 9, 2020 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE REACH-IN DISPLAY COOLER IN FRONT DISPLAY AREA.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR BEHIND SAFE UNDERNEATH FRONT REGISTER COUNTER.

  8. Jan 14, 2019 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE FOR ICE MACHINE IN REAR AREA.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES ON WALL IN REAR PREP AREA.

  9. May 16, 2018 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOP,BROOM ETC.) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.

  10. Dec 1, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

  11. May 25, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

  12. Nov 22, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      Observed the microwave on top of the turbochef oven to have a damaged ceiling panel on the interior. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Observed dust accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguard. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the caulking behind the three compartment sink, along the wall, to be dirty and worn. Instructed facility to remove, clean area, recaulk, and maintain.

  13. Mar 29, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      Observed torn gaskets on the two door cooler at the front prep area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

  14. Jul 28, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      No splash guard provided between the exposed hand sink and prep counter,front area.Instructed to provide,surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      ceiling vent cover on ceiling above the front counter with dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain

  15. Oct 1, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL IN PREP AREA ABOVE REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      DISHWASH AREA EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

  16. Jan 14, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      GREASE TRAP PAINT PEELING/BEGINNING TO RUST ON BOTTOM. MUST REPAINT GREASE TRAP.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      WASHROOM FLOOR CLUTTERED (WEST WASHROOM) WITH PACKAGED CUP HOLDERS. MUST REMOVE HOLDERS FROM WASHROOM.

  17. Jan 24, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AREA.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GRAFFITI SIGN ON WALL INSIDE MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

  18. Aug 16, 2012 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      Non food contact surfaces of pop dispensing unit, cabinet not clean, needs detailed cleaning, lower shelving of prep table need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Floors under rear storage shelving, cabinet not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Wall in rear prep area by prep table need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, bathroom need cleaning(detailed).

  19. Nov 18, 2011 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      Walk in coolers shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint shall be replaced/repaired.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Walk in cooler shelving/racks in walk in cooler not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Floors in dining area need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, dining areas not clean need cleaning(detailed).

  20. Apr 1, 2011 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust shall be replaced.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, front storage cabinet shelving not clean need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Floors under heavy equipment, storage shelving in rear kitchen area need detailed cleaning(corners).

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Wall prep table in rear prep area, and wall by 3 compartment sink in rear kitchen area need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Light shields in prep areas, bathrooms not clean need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Exhaust vents(ventilation)in prep areas, coolers, and bathrooms not clean need cleaning.

  21. Jan 13, 2010 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      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 CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE WIRE SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHTING FIXTURE ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND BY THE SOUP AREA.

Source: Chicago Department of Public Health. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.