Lefty's Cheesesteaks

1232 Kingsway Rd, Brandon, FL 33510

American

Last inspected: Jul 15, 2024

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Lefty's Cheesesteaks three times, with records going back to 2022. Lefty's Cheesesteaks was last inspected on Jul 15, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.

Looking across the full record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Brandon restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jul 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/1/2023. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Strainer in handwash sink next to 3 Compartment Sink.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Need chlorine test strips.

16-32-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle under 3 Compartment Sink.

41-17-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water temped 105, operator increased temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator one at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.

23-03-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container on seasoning not labeled above prep table.

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sunglasses above prep table, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking food with no hair restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on floor near mop sink.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in steak, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Nov 2, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food on box of lettuce.

08B-49-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers above 3 Compartment Sink.

24-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table, manager removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator removed from floor at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lefty's Cheesesteaks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lefty's Cheesesteaks on file is from Jul 15, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lefty's Cheesesteaks?

Across the inspection record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lefty's Cheesesteaks.

How does Lefty's Cheesesteaks compare to other restaurants in Brandon?

Lefty's Cheesesteaks most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.

Has Lefty's Cheesesteaks' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lefty's Cheesesteaks have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lefty's Cheesesteaks 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 Lefty's Cheesesteaks inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Lefty's Cheesesteaks is inspected around two times per year on average.

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