Steak 'n Shake #270

3509 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809

American

Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Steak 'n Shake #270 has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Lakeland facility scores 86, putting Steak 'n Shake #270 on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 18, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food residue observed in hand sink at drive through. Operator cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At front counter hand sink. Operator replaced batteries. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Aug 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at front counter.

31B-05-4

Basic - Food stored on floor.observed 2 boxes of fries on floor in walk in freezer, fries were placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Apr 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Warning**

22-41-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed behind steam kettle. **Warning**

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris under hand sink at front counter. **Warning**

23-03-4

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jun 14, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Portion lids on floor in stockroom

25-05-4

Feb 28, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area.

16-21-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed under make station.

22-16-4

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed in upon entrance from walk in cooler door to freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in flip top unit.

22-16-4

Mar 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in freezer on cookline.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris under front counter, also gaskets in reach in freezer on cookline.

23-03-4

Jul 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter, employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in reach in cooler in ice cream area.

22-20-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on containers on cleaned dish storage shelf. Employee separated to properly air dry. **Corrected On-Site**

24-08-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in unit next ice machine.

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on shelves in dish area.

23-03-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.

35B-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Steak 'n Shake #270 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Steak 'n Shake #270 on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Steak 'n Shake #270?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Steak 'n Shake #270.

How does Steak 'n Shake #270 compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Steak 'n Shake #270 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Steak 'n Shake #270's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steak 'n Shake #270 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Steak 'n Shake #270 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 Steak 'n Shake #270 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Steak 'n Shake #270 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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