CHARLEYS CHEESESTEAKS
2911 53 AVE E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-751-5055
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. 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
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed in walk-in cooler raw bacon over cut lettuce and cheese. Person in charge removed raw bacon.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated it had been there for approximately 1 hour. Person in charge removed cheese stored above the fill line and placed in reach in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in back kitchen area garage stored in Handwashing sink. Person in charge removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at both handwashing sink.Person in charge filled towels.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured in back kitchen area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. observed gold bracelet and wrist watch on employee preparing food. Employee removed and washed hands.
Food stored on floor.observed in bak kitchen area and front kitchen area cooking oil stored on floor. Person in charge removed.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed in sanitizer.
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. observed cooked chicken wings (57F - Cooling). The cooked chicken wings were left in the turned office/end day warmer on 12/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.observed on cooks line, employee put on hairnet with gloves on and grabbed clean utensils and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hand. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee placed soiled utensils in dishwasher area, removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed cooked chicken wings (57F - Cooling). The cooked chicken wings were left in the turned office/end day warmer on 12/11/25. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler by grill cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on over filling food containers. Person in charge removed cheese to the fill line and placed in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.Person in charge filled towels.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
A box of drink mix stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in back kitchen area. Person in charge secured tank.
Food containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Person in charge separated.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge inverted mop.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.Person in charge filled towels.
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. All employees currently working at the time of the inspection read and signed agreement.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No soap provided at handwash sink by 3 compartment sink. Person in charge filled soap.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers hood filters soiled with grease.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Person in charge inverted mop.
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 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 in walk-in cooler raw beef over pickled peppers. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy. Person in charge removed raw beef.
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. Emailed Person in charge a copy.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in main kitchen area purse and scrub brush in handwashing sink.Person in charge 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. Louden.
Food containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting in back kitchen area. Person in charge separated.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
Onions,juice and fryer oil stored on floor in walk-in cooler and in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed from floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.