CHARLEYS PHILLY STEAKS
6419 W NEWBERRY RD, G6, Gainesville FL 32605 · 352.333.3848
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed : 2 live roaches beside the soda chase. 2 live roaches came from behind the chase.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,120
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025047361 | Apr 15, 2025 | Jul 14, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2022026274 | Apr 19, 2022 | Jun 29, 2022 | $400 |
| 5--2014051701 | Nov 12, 2014 | Jan 2, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed : 1 live roach going under water catch pan, beside the kitchen reach-in cooler. The manager removed with a paper towel.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed : a purse stored over bagged bread, on the back shelves. The purse was moved to the tool counter by the back door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed : a gap at the top of the door when the door is fully closed. (Back door)
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed : behind the front line soda machine, cups and debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed : in the kitchen reach-in cooler, cooked chicken, 41°, not yet covered. The manager tagged and cornered the pan.
Jul 22, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 21, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed : 2 live roaches beside the soda chase. 2 live roaches came from behind the chase.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black mold like substance on the back side of the ice maker shroud where the ice scoop sits.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed : lack of paper towels by the kitchen hand wash sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed : 1 dead roach next to the soda line chase. 1 dead under the bulk soda rack.These were swept up.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed sunlight emits on three sides of the fully closed back door.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors. Observed : against the wall behind the cleaning supply rack, moist debris behind the leg of the rack.
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed : the first aid kits with ointment stored over the bulk soda. The manager moved them below.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed : dates of birth missing on multiple certificates. The manager added the dates.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : multiple co2 tanks not secured in the kitchen. The chain was added.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed : the back door when fully closed has light emitting at the top and the bottom.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed : in the ice make r in, ice scoop handle touching the ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed : dried ketchup spill below the bulk ketchup box on the front line. This was cleaned by staff. **Corrected On-Site* ALSO, grease on the outside of the left fryer and around the table legs of the adjoining prep table.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed : the wood below the water heating device is not sealed.
Dec 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee on front line touched pants with gloved hands, then continued putting toppings on sandwiches. Spoke to employee about changing gloves and washing hands when touching clothes.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At Three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden pieces under piece under water heater above mop sink not sealed.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Underneath the wash portion of the Three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop head stored in top portion of empty mop bucket by mop sink.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At Three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (111F - Hot Holding) items in container on top of fry warmer, operator chose to discard chicken.
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/ 4-5 food handlers working no certified food manager present.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Person in charge does not know if they have a written plan, he stated they use time on cheese and cooked onions in reach in cooler on cooks line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above hot sauce bottles on dry storage shelf, operator moved drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on shelf above seasonings in storage area, operator moved purse.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under reach in cooler outside of walk in cooler.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic container holding chicken wings in reach in cooler the corners of the container has broken off.
Food stored on floor. Case of French fries on floor near fryers, operator placed on shelf.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 1 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 2 live roaches stuck in sticky traps behind reach in freezer and under soda syrup hook up and 3 in the handle of the fire extinguisher by the back door.
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. White paper towel used to line container of cooked bacon.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Operator hung spray hose on hook.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior deflector plate in ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air vent above water heater in the back of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. 2 tiles missing in front of grill at front counter.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops handle directly touching food in salt and pepper seasoning, operator repositioned scoop so that the handle is not in the food.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden pieces by water heater and one piece of wood under Handwash sink in the back kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle on shelf above food items to be sold to the public, manager discarded drink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning container on dry storage shelf, operator labeled as salt and pepper.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6/1/2024.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Dish soap and degreaser over clean cooking oil on back storage shelf, manager moved chemicals.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior deflector plate in ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter Handwash sink, manager placed roll by Handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 3 bottles hanging on rack by mop sink, manager stated they are cleaning agents, she labeled bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup inside seasonings on dry storage shelf, manager discarded cup.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine, manager flipped.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead by office area, manager cleaned area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks on varies shelves over food of dry storage and drink on top of soda syrup box, manager moved all drink to empty shelf.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. 2 plastic containers on shelf above Three compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle directly touching salt in bulk container, manager moved handle out of food.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with/over ready-to-eat food. Unwashed onions over pan of cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler.
Jan 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Container of cooked bacon in reach in cooler at front counter the container is lined with paper towels, manager unsure if towels are food grade.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Cheese, tomatoes, and sautéed onions on cooks line. Operator wrote times on board 10-2.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White deflector plate in ice machine. Cutting boards on reach in cooler are stained.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Operator finished filling out certificates.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on shelf over sugar bin on dry storage shelf. Operator moved drink below.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Container of iced coffee on top shelf above cheeses in reach in cooler outside of walk in cooler, operator moved to the employee food area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Inside the bulk salt container. Manager moved the cups handle to be above food.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden attachment under Handwash sink in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guard in walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Sep 29, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked onions (47F - Cold Holding); item in cooler across from grill, cooler lid kept open by tongs in mushroom container, operator placed item in reach in freezer retemped at 41. lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) no time mark and not listed on time as a public health control application, all other items in reach in cooler on time, operator added to application and time stamped 11-3.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Cheeses and tomatoes in reach in cooler to the left of grill. Operator time stamped 11-3.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soap next to salt bin, operator moved soap.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice bin. Soda nozzles. Interior ice machine the white deflector plate. Lemonade dispenser nozzle.
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. Observed blank certificates in office drawer, none filled out except one expired employee who is no longer employed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 bottles hanging by mop sink. Operator labeled as cleaners.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in large salt bin and in salt pepper mixture on dry storage shelf by Handwash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Near cracked light shield. Floor soiled in walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 employee beverages on top of soda boxes in back area, operator moved boxes.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. 2 Red Bulls and food from another restaurant on shelf in reach in cooler above food to be sold to public, operator moved to employee food bin in walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on top of soda boxes, operator moved purse.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on rack above Three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Lemonade dispenser the lid is cracked. Spatula handle cracked hanging on wall at dish area. Cracked large container stuck area sugar bin.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On front cooks line and in front of desk office area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In back area near reach in freezer and Three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden piece attached under Handwash sink in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan blowing by office desk soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers on clean dish rack by Three compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under Three compartment sink wash step.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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