Charleys Philly Steaks

8320 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Inside Walmart, Sarasota, FL 34243
American
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Charleys Philly Steaks, the earliest from 2025. The most recent report on file is from Feb 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting Charleys Philly Steaks on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over ready to eat tortillas. Operator moved bacon.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the back kitchen. Operator supplied 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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
67
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Feb 27, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charleys Philly Steaks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charleys Philly Steaks on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Charleys Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Charleys Philly Steaks most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Charleys Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charleys 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.