Charley's Philly Steaks
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Charley's Philly Steaks nine times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
That's lower than the typical Altamonte Springs restaurant, which scores around 76. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw wings over ranch dressing in reach in cooler. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in back kitchen reading 24F ambient temperature is 40
05-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets. Operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in water of 89F . Operator discarded water **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
64
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
61
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee handled money, then put hand inside clean beverage cup to fill drink without washing hands. Advised employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee handled raw beef and wax paper, then reached into pan of sliced cheese without removing gloves and washing hands. Spoke to manager to educate. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -3 compartment sink quat greater than 400ppm. Added water, still greater. Sanitizer hooked up to wash side of system, detergent hooked up to sanitizer side. Operator will call for service to calibrate. **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -facility extended front counter adding additional square footage to front cook line. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hot water at front hand wash sink not warm. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -white deflector in ice machine slightly soiled. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -small cup with no handle in kimchi. **Warning**
14-01-5
47
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -in front cooler less than 4 hours. Operator will monitor, move product if needed.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -chemical spray bottles stored on shelf next to to go cups. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -tongs in water 72°.
10-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -in reach in cooler under back counter.
05-09-4
67
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
52
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -lid on bacon cambro has large crack in center.
14-38-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -cold faucet not working in front hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
90
Jun 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charley's Philly Steaks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charley's Philly Steaks on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Charley's Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Altamonte Springs?
Charley's Philly Steaks most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Altamonte Springs average of 76.
Has Charley's Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charley's Philly Steaks have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Charley's Philly Steaks means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Charley's Philly Steaks inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Charley's Philly Steaks is inspected around three times per year on average.
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