Jersey Mike’s Subs at 7110 Avenida Encinas, Suite 100, in Carlsbad—one of the area’s most popular sandwich stops by online review volume and sentiment—has recently come onto our inspection radar. As of publication, San Diego County has not released inspection specifics for this location, and no official downgrade or closure has been posted on the county’s public database. We’ll update this story immediately once records confirm whether the shop received a downgrade or was ordered to temporarily close.
Why does this matter?
In San Diego County, the Department of Environmental Health and Quality (DEHQ) conducts routine and follow-up inspections and assigns letter grades (A, B, or C). Inspectors cite major violations tied to foodborne illness risk—such as improper cold or hot holding temperatures, cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods, inadequate handwashing facilities, pest activity, sewage backups, or lack of hot water. A location can be downgraded when point deductions add up, and it can be closed on the spot if an imminent health hazard is found. Most closures are temporary, reopening once the operator corrects the issues and passes reinspection.
For Carlsbad diners—especially those who frequent this high-traffic address near the coast and business parks—a confirmed downgrade or closure would be notable. Jersey Mike’s, a national chain with consistently strong customer feedback across platforms, serves a large share of grab-and-go meals. High volume means high responsibility: ready-to-eat meats and fresh produce demand strict temperature control, meticulous slicer sanitation, and vigilant handwashing to prevent cross-contamination. Even a short-term setback, if confirmed, is a reminder of how crucial those fundamentals are.
If you’re headed in for a sub, you can quickly check the restaurant’s grade card posted near the entrance and verify details on the county’s online inspection portal before you go. Many violations, when they occur, are resolved quickly, and follow-up inspections often document corrective actions—such as discarding time/temperature-abused foods, recalibrating refrigeration, deep-cleaning, sealing entry points against pests, or restoring hot water at hand sinks.
As soon as DEHQ posts the official inspection report for Jersey Mike’s Subs at 7110 Avenida Encinas, we’ll publish the specifics and clarify whether this story involves a downgrade or a temporary closure, along with what was cited and how quickly the operator remedied the issues. For a brand with a loyal following in North County, transparency and swift corrective action are what keep community trust intact. We’ll keep you updated.
