Steak N Shake
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Steak N Shake has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Steak N Shake was last inspected on Jan 29, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Bradenton restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed inside ice machine bin mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Garbage on pad around dumpster .Person in charge removed trash from pad. **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - Light shield damaged by dish washing machine area.
38-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.observed on dessert line Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 000ppm); Person in charge refilled and Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary recheck 300ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
74
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed no time mark on butter on food preparation table.Person in charge voluntarily discarded .
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.observed no time mark on butter on food preparation table.Person in charge voluntarily discarded .
03F-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryers soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen.observed hood system over fryers not working and oil vapors are throughout kitchen and dining areas
36-65-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
61
Apr 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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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
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under milk shake machine and under all equipment in the front kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed: Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in dishwasher area 2 light shields cracked.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
38-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in front kitchen area single service containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed the wet cloth in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
70
Nov 21, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
6 minor violations.
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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
74
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
64
Jan 18, 2024
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. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back area of kitchen next to mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
86
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in front kitchen area,employee touched point of sales with gloves on and grabbed a single service container for food and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee discarded SS container,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents over fryer and grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back area of kitchen next to mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
74
Jun 2, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
82
Jan 13, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed wrist watch on employee preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in ceiling tile by back door.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents over fryer and grill soiled with grease. Observed multiple soiled gaskets with mold like substance in Walk in cooler,Walk in freezer,and Reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Walk in cooler shelves rusted. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed several tiles missing in dishwasher area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steak N Shake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steak N Shake on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.
How does Steak N Shake compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Steak N Shake most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Steak N Shake's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Steak N Shake have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Steak N Shake means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Steak N Shake inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Steak N Shake is inspected around three times per year on average.
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