Steak N Shake
Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025
90
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Steak N Shake stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 31, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting Steak N Shake on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on ceiling in walk in cooler and reach in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucets behind counter near soda machines not functioning properly.
29-08-4
90
Jul 10, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed employee rinsing out milk shake metal container.
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
86
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Bruce and Theresa with expired food handler training.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking at grill without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer and walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. . **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
82
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed dish machine not operating. Manager stated waiting on part and should be repaired by 9/25/24. Operation utilizing 3 compartment sink.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer and walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water in bottom of 2 door reach in cooler bottom near drive through area.
29-49-6
86
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Cook at fry station unable to answer final cooking temperature of chicken.
53B-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.Observed napkins and to go containers on floor in dry storage.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
78
Nov 14, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed reachin cooler on cook line not working. Observed hood filter over fryers missing parts and not effective. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
90
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
Apr 10, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator agreement. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on food packages in Walkin Freezer . - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-10: Observed ice buildup in Walkin Freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
86
Oct 21, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Jul 1, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Employee corrected to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at Hand wash sink closest to cook grill with very low water pressure. Manager called for service. **Corrective Action Taken**
27-19-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some metal debris on can opener blade.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top of Dishwashing Machine and on door gaskets.
16-21-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken coving between Reachin Freezer and fryers.
36-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water leaking from ceiling tiles in hall near soft serve machine onto floor. Manager said roof is in process of being repaired.
36-22-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steak N Shake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steak N Shake on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.
How does Steak N Shake compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Steak N Shake most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Steak N Shake's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Steak N Shake have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the 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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