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Charleys Phillysteak

5750 Us Hwy 98N, Lakeland, FL 33809
American
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Charleys Phillysteak, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Lakeland average 86, so Charleys Phillysteak trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2026
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed step ladder blocking hand sink in kitchen, employee moved ladder. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed on male cook on cook line preparing food, employee put on hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler on cook line across from fryers.
14-11-5
70
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 form to employee. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under fryers.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door area.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Table used for ice cream machine, employee cleaned table. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
78
Apr 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of 409 cleaner on shelf by oil. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee foods in walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage with person in charge
08B-49-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By ice tea station. Manager put up sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
67
Sep 23, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed whole raw shell eggs stored over cut green bell peppers, in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Employee removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Observed in dining area.
36-34-5
64
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 form to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's bathroom. Operator replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed near front counter. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dirt and debris on soft drink counter next to pick up window. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in small flip top unit next to grill. Manager cleaned interior of unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-16-4
58
Feb 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in cold hold drawers.
23-03-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charleys Phillysteak last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charleys Phillysteak on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charleys Phillysteak?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charleys Phillysteak.

How does Charleys Phillysteak compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Charleys Phillysteak most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Charleys Phillysteak's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Charleys Phillysteak have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Charleys Phillysteak 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 Phillysteak inspected?

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

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