Subway
221 EAST BROADWAY, Manhattan, 10002
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (8 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 13, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 13, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalRaw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Sodium Warning statement not posted conspicuously at the point of purchase. “Warning: [icon image] indicates that the sodium (salt) content of this item is higher than the total daily recommended limit (2300 mg). High sodium intake can increase blood pressure and risk of heart disease and stroke.”
A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Jan 27, 2025 | Grade A | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection | 3 |
| Dec 9, 2024 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 6 (2 critical) |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Jan 27, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 37 rodent inspections on record, 8 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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