Steak N Shake

12035 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826

American

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Steak N Shake, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 23, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “live” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Steak N Shake on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 23, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1small flying insect on rack with soda boxes. 1small flying insect on front counter area 4 small flying insects on dish area Total =6 small flying insects **Warning**

35A-02-7

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. Chlorine machine 0 ppm. **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**

50-08-7

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler with glasses has debris . Reach in cooler in cooler line Cheese machine has debris **Warning**

22-16-4

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 9, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect at front counter 2 small flying insects flying around make table located across from flat top .

35A-02-7

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Most all night shift employees

53B-02-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on the walk in freezer fans.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on a/c vent in between milk shake area and dish are.

23-03-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine. **Admin Complaint**

50-01-4

Jul 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink at cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine

16-21-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Left hand side of reach in cooler that beef patties are stored does not seal when closed

14-11-5

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked container at dry dish storage. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored over ready to eat in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**

08B-17-4

Feb 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 small flying insects by dish area.

35A-02-6

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. I,triple walls on facility. Dish area, milk shake area, behind soda boxes.

36-27-5

Sep 27, 2022

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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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 Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?

Across the inspection record, “live” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.

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

Steak N Shake most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Steak N Shake have averaged around three 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 two times per year on average.

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