Steak N Shake

12541 W Sunrise Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33323

American

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Steak N Shake appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 28, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

The pattern that stands out is “floor area(s) covered with standing water”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Sunrise sits at 78, putting Steak N Shake on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Oct 8, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Nov 26, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: - Accumulation of old food and black mold like debris on shake mixer. - Accumulation black mold like debris on shake machine.

22-02-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor next to mop sink and under dish washing area.

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed -Accumulation of old food between cutting board and metal frame at shake station.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution at dish washing station.

21-12-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wiping cloth used to clean shake station.

21-09-4

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on cookline. Observed employee started to mop. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage area.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed cooler soiled by shake station. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 50ppm)

21-08-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasoning in container with no label.

02D-01-5

Jun 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Mar 20, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Stored food not covered.At reach in freezer by fry station- chicken nuggets uncovered- operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone above prep table by walk in cooler - operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Steak N Shake last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Steak N Shake on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?

Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.

How does Steak N Shake compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?

Steak N Shake most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Sunrise average of 78.

Has Steak N Shake's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steak N Shake 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 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Steak N Shake is inspected around three times per year on average.

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