Charley's Philly Steaks
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Charley's Philly Steaks, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 23, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Charley's Philly Steaks' latest score is in line with the Sanford average of 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: -repair technician on site **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -left side walk-in freezer fan not working **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: -repair technician on site **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: -repair technician on site **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -plastic containers on dish drying rack **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
78
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
37
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -sanitizer spray bottle stored above unwrapped styrofoam to-go containers, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -dairy mix 44-48F stored in hopper of ice cream machine less than 2 hours, operator drained machine and relocated dairy mix to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool, advised operator to give machine ample time to allow cool down prior to filling **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink at front counter used as dump sink, ice present
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation, operator provided hair restraint **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in freezer glass cracked -walk-in freezer left side fan not functioning **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath fryers has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -handwash sinks soiled -mop sink soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls around mop sink soiled -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of pink/black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
52
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach-in cooler: cooked chicken wings 53F, kimchi 48F, sliced turkey 52F, cheese sauce 54F, all products stored in lower portion of reach-in cooler with gasket in disrepair overnight, operator discarded -walk-in cooler: raw bacon 49F, sliced turkey 50F, shredded cheese 49, cooked chicken wings 47F, cooked chicken wings 51F, raw chicken wings 49F, raw chicken wings 50F, sliced provolone cheese 48F-53F **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk in lower portion of reach-in cooler **Warning**
02C-03-5
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. -Provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -multiple cutting boards hanging off dish drying rack are stained **Warning**
22-02-4
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. -Yasser and Youssef **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -tongs stored in water 125F, operator relocated container to flat top grill to rapidly reheat **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach-in freezer drawers and gaskets have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink heavily soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls around mop sink soiled -stainless steel wall behind cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of grease, food debris, and black, mold-like substance **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic containers on dish drying rack **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in cooler door gasket in disrepair -walk-in cooler ambient air temperature 54F while being utilized to store foods **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath cooking equipment has a light accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -soda bag-in-box and oil jug stored on floor in dry storage area **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk-in freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
32
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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. -emailed to operator
11-26-1
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. -previous crew fired and new employees hired. Any with more than 60 days working have current training.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -clear liquid **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -hole over frozen dairy station
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -bucket of sauce in walk in cooler -box of single serve chips under front counter **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sugar spilled in cabinet under tea urns **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -portion cups on floor of storeroom **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -black forks next to soda dispenser **Repeat Violation**
25-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk in freezer
36-73-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on prep counter **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
52
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee wearing gloves handled rubbish and then put gloves on without washing hands
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -package of catsup in front hand sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink at rear of kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink at front of kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
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.
53B-13-5
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. -employee M expired 10/17/23
53B-14-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -black plastic forks **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
47
Feb 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter.
29-42-4
86
Dec 22, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wiping cloth stored in sink. Dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Tongs. **Warning**
10-18-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line. **Warning**
14-09-4
50
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter, mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
14-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
58
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 Dec 23, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charley's Philly Steaks?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charley's Philly Steaks.
How does Charley's Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Charley's Philly Steaks most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sanford average of 77.
Has Charley's Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charley's Philly Steaks have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Charley's Philly Steaks means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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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