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CHARLEY'S PHILLY STEAKS

9080 ULMERTON RD, Largo FL 33771 · 727-270-7705

Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats42
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA6217901
Grade history
NOV 23
MAR 24
SEP 24
JUL 25
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Warmer across from cook line. From yesterday 3-6 chicken wings 18 pieces (100F - Hot Holding) Thew away.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 120 F in warmer. Manager reheated chicken to 169 F. Discussed with manager time as a public health control as an option of use
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Computer screen, electrical cords in way of hand wash sink at cook line. Manager moved prep table over to allow access
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee cooking while wearing bracelets. Employee removed bracelets and wash hands
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Garbage on the pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4
Jul 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler across from fat-fryers. a. sliced provolone cheese (60F - Cold Holding) Operator placed item in ice bath.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spatula and brush stored inside bowl of hand wash sink at front counter. Employee removed items.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Tony Barsoum expired on 05-30-2025.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach-in cooler door next to flat-top grill.
Basic/14-11-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors. Employee cleaned gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler next to flat-top grill interior have accumulation of soil residues. Employee cleaned cooler during inspection.
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine not working but not in use.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ team members Julian Maria Kevin Olga.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine not working but not in use.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Warmer across from cook line. From yesterday 3-6 chicken wings 18 pieces (100F - Hot Holding) Thew away.
High priority/01B-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in fridge across from cook line. shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) Manager put in walk in cooler Retemp at 43 degrees Fahrenheit
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warmer across from cook line. From yesterday 3-6 chicken wings 18 pieces (100F - Hot Holding) Thew away.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Manager put in on during inspection.
High priority/29-34-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser management labled
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. From steam table at 3:35pm a. cheese sauce (117F - Hot Holding) Operator turned steam table temp up and reheated cheese to sauce to 172f
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Two cutting boards on shelf in warewashing area, used more than 4 hours ago.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No proof provided that recently food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Will email DBPR Form HR 5030-103
Intermediate/11-26-1
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of glass cleaner next to three-compartment sink. Operator labeled spray bottle with common name.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle stored in container of salt on bottom shelf in dry-storage. Operator removed cup.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal bag on shelf with food in dry-storage room.
Basic/40-06-5
Wet mops next to hand wash sink in three-compartment not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mops in a manner to air-dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles of oil and cheese sauce stored above reach-in cooler next to flat-top grill not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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.