BEST OF PHILLY CHEESESTEAKS
13510 US HWY 19, Hudson FL 34667 · 727-869-0900
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
DEC 24
MAY 25
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APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019020783 | Apr 2, 2019 | May 20, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. The white wooden shelves to the left and in front of the three-compartment sink have expanding wood, and the wire shelves in the same area have rust pitting the surface.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. 1 container across from the 3 compartment sink on the shelf with an old label on it.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator cleaned the shelves.
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips expired on 6/2025.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach, in the closet area. The operator swept up the dead roach and sanitized the area.
Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of frying oil on the floor in the closet area. The operator moved the boxes of frying oil off the floor.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. The white wooden shelves to the left and in front of the three-compartment sink have expanding wood, and the wire shelves in the same area have rust pitting the surface.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area. They have frying oil boxes in front of the hole.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The door frame on the reach in cooler. The operator cleaned the door frame.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several containers on the shelf with old labels on them.
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach, at the front counter. The operator swept up the dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. 1 cracked container. The operator discarded the cracked container.
Food-contact surfaces not smooth and easily cleanable. The white wooden shelves to the left and in front of the three-compartment sink have expanding wood, and the wire shelves in the same area have rust pitting the surface.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area.
Jul 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In the men's bathroom.
Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area.
May 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented cans present. See stop sale. Black olives and salsa dented on seal
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2025
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on the top of the cooler in the back.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel and metal item was in the hand wash sink. Operator removed areas in the sink.
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.
Water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In the men's bathroom.
Employee beverage on mixer in kitchen. Employee removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Food processor lid cracked on the drying dish shelf.
Food stored on floor. Case of oil in prep closet area
Hole in wall in the side open closet in the kitchen area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris in cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Sticker residue on plastic pans
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of plastic cups behind bar in the dining area on the floor.
Wall not smooth, unsealed wood in the: Front counter area In the side open closet in the kitchen area
Dec 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Feta Cheese (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Employee started to ice products down.
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray can of scrubbing bubbles stored on shelf above reach-in cooler in kitchen next to container of spices and to-go containers. Employee moved.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with a bucket stored in the handwash sink. Employee removed.
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. Discussed requirement with operator.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris.
Drain cover missing in middle of floor drain in front of handwash sink to the right of a stand up reach-in freezer.
Jul 10, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above produce in reach-in cooler in rear of establishment across from glass door reach-in cooler. Employee moved.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) Potato Salad (49f - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler with an Ambient Air Temperature of 48F. Temperature was not taken today. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (48F - Cold Holding) Potato Salad (49f - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler with an Ambient Air Temperature of 48F. Temperature was not taken today. Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (131F - Hot Holding) sitting on counter next to grill. Employee placed back on grill. Discussed proper hot holding temperatures and the danger zone.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of toxic chemical stored on wire rack shelf hanging next to clean utensils. Employee removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with a bucket and a mop inside of the bucket stored in the handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed handwash sink in rear prep area to the left of the office door with no paper towels.
Drain cover missing in middle of floor drain in front of handwash sink to the right of a stand up reach-in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on cutting board of reach-in cooler on cookline. Employee removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks and food stored above customer food in single glass door reach-in cooler in rear of establishment.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.