Mannys Chophouse

1100 3Rd St Sw, Winter Haven, FL 33880

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mannys Chophouse eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

The pattern that stands out is “meat walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Mannys Chophouse's 82 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container Inside of bin of uncooked rice. Operator removed scoop from uncooked rice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer by dish machine and walk-in freezer. Ice buildup removed from walk in freezer and reach in freezer was unplugged to began defrosting for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Meat Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Location by the office

14-17-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at bar, employee removed water and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**

29-49-6

Dec 10, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in walk in freezer

08B-47-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In the flour and rice, operator removed and sanitize items. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Mar 19, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Across from the walk-in cooler Operator cleaned and Sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Black sweater on top of food in dry storage. Operator removed sweater. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven on cook line

22-08-4

Sep 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line and by the walk in cooler for the meat storage operator replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In the meat cooler walk in cooler

14-17-4

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cook line operator removed knives. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jun 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Dec 20, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); diced eggs (45F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding) salad station. Hamburger patties 55F. Steak 54F reach in drawers on the cook line. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Ribs wrapped during the cooling process. Inside the walk in cooler. **Warning**

03D-15-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on the cook line. The beverage was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Meat cooler in the meat room. **Warning**

14-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mannys Chophouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mannys Chophouse on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mannys Chophouse?

Across the inspection record, “meat walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mannys Chophouse.

How does Mannys Chophouse compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Mannys Chophouse most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Haven average of 89.

Has Mannys Chophouse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mannys Chophouse have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mannys Chophouse 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 Mannys Chophouse inspected?

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

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