Steak N Shake 288
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
Steak N Shake 288 has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 8, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.
Among Brandon restaurants, the typical score is 82; Steak N Shake 288 is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No proof provided that some 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 - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on the floor under front counter. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
86
Aug 18, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating, preparing food. Operator renewed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes stored over bucket of pickles in walk in cooler. Operator moved tomatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
82
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Chili hot hood at 118F. Chili reheated to 165F. **Corrected On-Site**
03E-03-5
86
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles and grout damaged or missing throughout establishment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing and damaged grout throughout the establishment, with standing water and food debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and secondary door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: Operator shared that he received approval to repair freezer door **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust spots and chipped paint on shelving in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-15: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
82
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in prep area. Operator eradicated the fly, cleaned and sanitized the area. 23 live flies in mop sink area on walls. 3 live flies on wall by office 2 live flies on wall in employee break area. 3 live flies on wall by dish machine 2 live flies on wall by front counter kiosks **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 10 live ants on wall and windowsill in dining room next to restrooms **Admin Complaint**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 6-hour limit. Butter removed from cooler at 9:30am with time marking of 5:00pm. Discussed with operator that with current method, the butter must be used or discarded after 4 hours. Operator replaced time sticker to reflect 4 hours **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-03-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink by soda station Manager turned on hot water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup at soda fountain in server area and self serve fountain in dining area, under and around the soda heads **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on handles of equipment at cook line **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Buildup of food debris and soda bib caps behind ice machine **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles and grout damaged or missing throughout establishment **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing and damaged grout throughout the establishment, with standing water and food debris **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and secondary door. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Buildup of debris inside cheese warmer. Buildup of debris on shelving in walk in cooler **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust spots and chipped paint on shelving in walk in cooler **Warning**
14-17-4
37
Mar 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
14-69-4
90
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Emailed to operator
11-27-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside reachin freezer on cook line
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside reachin coolers on cookline
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt with no label on prep table Corrected -observed employee label **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Oct 20, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
67
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can blocking hand sink at drink station
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Inspector emailed food allergy chart to manager
53A-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside reachin freezer on cookline **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wood under prep table on near register area
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside reachin coolers on cookline
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold build up inside ice machine near walk-in cooler
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris on top of dish machine **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steak N Shake 288 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steak N Shake 288 on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake 288?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake 288.
How does Steak N Shake 288 compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Steak N Shake 288 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Steak N Shake 288's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Steak N Shake 288 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Steak N Shake 288 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 288 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Steak N Shake 288 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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