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CHARLEY'S PHILLY STEAKS

7535 DADELAND MALL SPACE 1370, Miami FL 33156 · 786-628-3700

Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS2333299
Grade history
FEB 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on sticky trap above triple sink in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2026008240Feb 3, 2026May 6, 2026$200

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Feb 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on knife magnet above triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 2 dead roaches stuck to sticky trap above triple sink in kitchen.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Observed 1 dead roach on trap; operator removed on site. Time Extended Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on sticky trap above triple sink in kitchen area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves above triple sink.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on knife magnet above triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 2 dead roaches stuck to sticky trap above triple sink in kitchen.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler at front counter.
Basic/29-49-6
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry dish and food racks.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets.
Intermediate/22-31-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach cooler at front counter.
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink soiled/ used as dump sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed none available at front counter hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at rear kitchen area soiled with accumulation of dust.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee hair down. Employee tied hair back during inspection.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0 ppm). Manager changed the sanitizer solution. Final concentration 300 ppm.
High priority/22-43-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some tiles in disrepair in front of walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout at preparation area in front of the walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing a watch while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of French fries stored on floor at walk in freezer. Manager picked up the box to a shelf.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at front counter.
Basic/21-12-4
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee washed her hands in the three compartment sink. Manager was informed that the hands needs to be washing in the hand wash sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located front counter.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No soap provided at handwash sink located at front counter.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Basic/14-73-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottle with sauces not identified by common names at front counter.
Basic/02D-01-5

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