Charleys Cheesesteaks
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
39
Score
Charleys Cheesesteaks appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. Charleys Cheesesteaks was last inspected on Dec 12, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical Bradenton restaurant, which scores around 83. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler by grill cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on over filling food containers. Person in charge removed cheese to the fill line and placed in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed cooked chicken wings (57F - Cooling). The cooked chicken wings were left in the turned office/end day warmer on 12/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed on cooks line, employee put on hairnet with gloves on and grabbed clean utensils and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hand. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee placed soiled utensils in dishwasher area, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. observed cooked chicken wings (57F - Cooling). The cooked chicken wings were left in the turned office/end day warmer on 12/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.Person in charge filled towels.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
31B-02-4
Basic - A box of drink mix stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back kitchen area. Person in charge secured tank. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Food containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Person in charge separated . **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge inverted mop. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
39
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.Person in charge filled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. All employees currently working at the time of the inspection read and signed agreement.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink. Person in charge filled soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
64
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk-in cooler raw beef over pickled peppers . Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy . Person in charge removed raw beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed Person in charge a copy. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in main kitchen area purse and scrub brush in handwashing sink.Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Louden. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Food containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting in back kitchen area. Person in charge separated. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Onions,juice and fryer oil stored on floor in walk-in cooler and in main kitchen area . Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
45
Jul 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charleys Cheesesteaks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charleys Cheesesteaks on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charleys Cheesesteaks?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charleys Cheesesteaks.
How does Charleys Cheesesteaks compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Charleys Cheesesteaks most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Charleys Cheesesteaks' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Charleys Cheesesteaks have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Charleys Cheesesteaks 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.
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