Charleys Philly Steaks

2414 E Sunrise Blvd #Fc-D, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

American

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Charleys Philly Steaks, the earliest from 2022. On Mar 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit.

Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

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

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Apr 22, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-22: Observed same. **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Nov 14, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 23, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw beef and raw chicken in upper section, ready to eat cheese and vegetables in lower section. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-13-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Front counter flip top - cut tomatoes - cooling 3 hours at 3pm (50-52F - Cooling) at 3:15pm 50-53F; cut lettuce - cooling 2.5 hours at 3pm (51-52 - Cooling) at 3:15pm 51-53F. At this rate proper cooling will not be achieved. Operator placed items on ice to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-06-5

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

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. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. Employee filled out during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Flip top units.

14-09-4

Dec 16, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw bacon stored above lemonade. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site**

08A-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charleys Philly Steaks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charleys Philly Steaks on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Charleys Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Charleys Philly Steaks most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Charleys Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Charleys Philly Steaks have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Charleys 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 Charleys Philly Steaks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Charleys Philly Steaks is inspected around two times per year on average.

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