Steak N Shake
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
100
Score
Steak N Shake appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, which has been cited five times.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 25, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect in the mop sink area. 1 flying insect in the ice cream topping area.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager stated that they are retraining so some of the employees are missing training.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up in the interior of the reach in coolers near the ice cream machine.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed several tiles with water stains and a black/brown mold-like substance in the dining area.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the old license being displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
61
Jan 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Manager replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Missing certification number.
53B-10-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed on exterior of walk in freezer near rear exit door.
36-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed Debris on floor under equipment. Also observed debris on walls behind equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on ceiling.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on shelves in kitchen.
23-03-4
67
Oct 21, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Run the dish machine 3 cycles and 0 ppm. 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. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage on ceiling tiles in dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage on ceiling tiles in dining area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area. **Time Extended**
36-64-5
78
Sep 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area, operator cleaned exterior of unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage on ceiling tiles in dining area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in dish area. **Warning**
29-19-4
70
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing at mop sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup i walk-in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
90
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (64F - Cold Holding) stored on service line Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (119F - Hot Holding), manager reheated cooked onions to 165 F **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine is out of order so operator has set up the 3-compartment sink for washing and sanitizing wash ware. Sanitizer was tested at 200ppm ( Quaternary) **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-56-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink at drink station Corrected observed employee replace batteries **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in dish area Corrected observed employee dry mop area **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing at mop sink **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup i walk-in cooler **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on service line Corrected -observed employee label **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
41
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed the sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Manager fixed dispenser now at 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-40-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing tile at mop sink.
36-17-5
67
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels not able to dispense Manager fixed the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed the mop sink pipe leaking.
29-11-4
86
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. Observed the sanitizer at the dishwashing machine not register residual chlorine for chlorine sanitizer used. Manager set up sanitizing compartment of the triple sink to hand dip sanitize dishes and equipment after washing in the dish washing machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed an undated water filter under the soda dispenser and an expired filter dated 1/17/18 at the soda box area.
29-28-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the condenser in the reach in freezer by the fryers.
14-69-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Steak N Shake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Steak N Shake on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Steak N Shake?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Steak N Shake.
How does Steak N Shake compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Steak N Shake most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa 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 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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