Charley's Philly Steaks

7575 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85043

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Charley's Philly Steaks, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly two violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 7, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee, in-between tasks, begin to put gloves on to prepare food without washing hands. Employee was stopped and instructed to wash hands. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks

2-301.14

Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed quat based sanitizer dispensing at 3-compartment sink measuring 0ppm. All sanitizer buckets were also measuring 0ppm. PIC manually added sanitizer until concentration measured between 200-400ppm. Discussed having employees manually mix water and sanitizer until dispenser has been serviced and increasing frequency of monitoring sanitizer concentration

4-501.114(A-E)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Establishment did not have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) present during inspection. . A CFPM is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provided handout with changes to Food Code. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION

2-102.12(A)

Frozen food not maintained frozen

Inspector notes: Observed cases of sliced meat intended to be stored frozen, thawed out in walk-in freezer. Ambient air temperature of freezer measured 31°F. Discussed having unit serviced to ensure unit is able to maintain items frozen prior to next routine inspection

3-501.11

Jan 30, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Sep 11, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ice and paper towels dumped in handwashing sink near front service counter. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) the proper usage of hand washing sinks. PIC removed items at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of hand wash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing

5-205.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Frozen food not maintained frozen

Inspector notes: Observed cases of mozzarella sticks, sliced beef for sandwiches, and scone dough in walk-in freezer, which is located within the walk-in refrigerator, thawing due to freezer not working properly. All boxes of foods state "Keep Frozen". PIC stated there is a work order for freezer and it does have a hour-long defrost cycle. Ambient air temperature of freezer measured 38°F at end of inspection. Food items in the freezer were below 41°F. Advised PIC that refrigeration equipment shall be maintained in good repair to ensure frozen foods are maintained frozen until properly thawed

3-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charley's Philly Steaks last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charley's Philly Steaks on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charley's Philly Steaks?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charley's Philly Steaks.

How does Charley's Philly Steaks compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Charley's Philly Steaks most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Charley's Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Charley's Philly Steaks have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charley's Philly Steaks means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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