Steak N Shake

3906 S. Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813

American

Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Steak N Shake, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 15, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Lakeland facility scores 86, putting Steak N Shake on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 15, 2025

Complaint Full

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders 122F inside the steam table.

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on the onion slicer is soiled on the prep table near the 2 compartment sink.

22-02-4

Basic - Floor drain soiled/has accumulation of debris. Dishwasher area.

36-73-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Catering boxes in the dry storage area. The boxes was removed from off the floor.

25-05-4

Jul 8, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin. Corner of the ice bin at the beverage station.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee cooking on the cook line. Employee put on a hair net. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on the meat cooler next to the flat grill.

23-03-4

Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Black jacket on a case of Steak n Shake Crispy Onions. Dry storage/ managers office. The jacket was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-01-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf near the walk in cooler.

24-08-4

Jul 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Dec 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Camryn Wade.

53A-04-6

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of onion rings on the floor in the walk in freezer.

08B-38-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf above the 2 compartment prep sink.

24-08-4

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 9, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2023. Manager renewed- 2385358 **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice dispensing chute in self serve soda station.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager was unable to find form in computer. Discussed paper option.

11-26-1

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout throughout kitchen allowing for the accumulation of water and food debris **Repeat Violation**

36-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris buildup around shake dispensers

23-03-4

Sep 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout in back prep area allowing for standing water **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: **Time Extended**

36-11-4

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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 Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.

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

Steak N Shake most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

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 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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