Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings

6427 Fl 54, New Port Richey, FL 34653

American

Last inspected: May 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from May 21, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other New Port Richey restaurants (averaging 78), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Degreaser spray bottle on prep table with foo, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic cup in hand wash sink, operator removed

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple substance ( degreaser ) on prep table next to food, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of water on floor in walk in cooler, moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On top of cooler on cook line, moved to bottom of table **Corrected On-Site**

21-44-1

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf over prep table, operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. In walk in cooler - cloth towel under and on top of lettuce, operator removed towel **Corrected On-Site**

21-05-5

Jan 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese sauce in squeeze bottle (56F - Cold Holding), removed from refrigerator 1 hour ago, moved to cooler emailed time control for and instructions. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towel bucket in hand wash sink on cook line, moved to shelf Buckets and jug of soap in sink by 3 compartment sink, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Gehan R.

53B-13-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverages, cup no lid on table over plastic utensils, operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Apr 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**

29-42-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Amir Shenouda 8/18

53A-03-7

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In 2 door cooler on cook line, moved to shelf, **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. pan of bacon under hand soap dispenser. Operator moved bacon **Corrected On-Site**

08B-36-4

Dec 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees preparing food without proper hair restraints.

13-03-4

Aug 1, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: 7 employees, no proof of training. Manager will email training documents when completed **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Mar 9, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings.

How does Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings compare to other restaurants in New Port Richey?

Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the New Port Richey average of 78.

Has Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings is inspected around three times per year on average.

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