Steak N' Shake #278
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
90
Score
Across the available record, Steak N' Shake #278 has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Dec 5, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. 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 four violations each.
Steak N' Shake #278's latest score of 90 sits above the Sanford average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Oct 25, 2024
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -paper towel dispenser in rear prep area cover is cracked **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind dishwasher soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fry station heating element has an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler door handle soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. -light over rear dishwashing area is out **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
82
Oct 24, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 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. -tested 3x, 0ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fry station heating element has an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler door handle soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind dishwasher soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -paper towel dispenser in rear prep area cover is cracked **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Light not functioning. -light over rear dishwashing area is out **Warning**
36-62-4
70
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
58
Jan 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on make line soiled -paddle soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -underside of alto sham handles **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under equipment in drive through area
36-73-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelf **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
78
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
74
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steak N' Shake #278 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steak N' Shake #278 on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Steak N' Shake #278 compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Steak N' Shake #278 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Steak N' Shake #278's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steak N' Shake #278 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Steak N' Shake #278 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 #278 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Steak N' Shake #278 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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