Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
27
Score
Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to other Dunedin restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
14
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vaccum breaker on splitter.
29-42-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider in men's restroom.
35A-09-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled bottle of sanitizer at front desk.
41-17-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink near soda boxes. Operator added towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Metal corner guard handing off of wall in dry storage.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. area under grill soiled with debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food in cleaned squeeze bottles in ware washing area.
16-48-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. No labels on squeeze bottles of sauces on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing in ware washing area.
29-18-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Soiled cardboard lining interior of deep fryer. Operator removed cardboard from fryer. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under front counter. Operator removed roach and clean and sanitized area.
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Deep fryer in disrepair. Dented containers in ware washing area.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by drive through window. Operator mopped floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor of walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked containers in ware washing area.
14-38-4
27
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner and a bottle of pesticides stored next to a case of lettuce on the lower shelf of prep table. Operator relocated pesticide.
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw meat stored over unwashed produce in walk in cooler. Operator rearranged the cooler to gain compliance **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its container no labeled with common name. Operator labeled bottles during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
64
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on a prep table in kitchen, purse stored in dry storage on shelf holding food for restaurant. Operator moved purse. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs stored in standing water on prep table. Operator removed tongs from standing water during inspection and placed them to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and shakers containing food removed from its original container not labeled with common name. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
70
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel cleaner store in wire rack with disposable food containers. Operator removed stainless steel cleaner **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
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles and shake his uncles line contains teeth removed from the original container and they're not labeled with common name.
02D-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth placed on top of cut lettuce in walk in cooler. Operator removed wiping cloth
21-05-5
64
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - Inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
33-10-4
82
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in soiled food container, operator removed container to have it and it's contents washed, raised and sanitized **Corrective Action Taken**
24-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions on walk in floor **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks.
How does Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Dunedin?
Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Dunedin average of 75.
Has Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Charley's Wings and Philly Steaks is inspected around two times per year on average.
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