CHARLEYS PHILLY STEAKS
4125 CLEVELAND AVE #1145, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 2016886672
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 12 points off where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (62F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. The operator states they have been in cooler since 11, and discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016023884 | May 4, 2016 | Jul 13, 2016 | $500 |
| 7--2015039224 | Sep 1, 2015 | Sep 17, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (58F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front counter, the manager took cheese in walk in cooler and replaced.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink on splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwash sink used as dump sink.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water - handwash sink near walk in freezer low hot water pressure.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Majority of tanks secured with chain, one was not chained during inspection. The manager secured during inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near mop sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed box of shortening on metal she F less than 6 inches from floor. The manager relocated the item.
Apr 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water - handwash sink near walk in freezer low hot water pressure.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Majority of tanks secured with chain, one was not chained during inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair - gasket/seal at bottom of walk in cooler door needs replaced.
Apr 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (62F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. The operator states they have been in cooler since 11, and discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings (62F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler. The operator states they have been in cooler since 11, and discarded. Observed deli turkey (47F - Cold Holding) and shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front counter. The operator closed the lid where turkey was holding, and moved the cheese to bottom of reach in cooler.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water - handwash sink near walk in freezer low hot water pressure.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Majority of tanks secured with chain, one was not chained during inspection.
Containers of clear liquid fry shortening not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor near walk in freezer.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair - gasket/seal at bottom of walk in cooler door needs replaced.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed copy during inspection.
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Swiss cheese 52F cold hold, American cheese 52F cold hold less than 4 hours per operator. Operator switched out old product with new and put time/temperature control for safety foods in working reach in cooler.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low pressure of hot water at handwash sink in back food prep area.
In-use ice scoop stored on top of ice machine between uses. Operator placed ice scoop in container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator dumped water.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed ice buildup cove molding by mop sink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label still on plastic containers on shelf by hand wash sink.
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On in reach in cooler: cut mushrooms (61F - Cold Holding); sliced peppers and onions (59F - Cold Holding); ambient air (59F - Cold Holding). Operator Called repair service.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. Operator cleaned item.
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.
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. All food handler certificates as expired.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured tank near ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach behind ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food not stored 6 inches off the floor, items are stored approximately 1 inch off of the floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed 2 old labels on clean containers. Operator removed labels.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed mop sink faucet as leaking.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler as rusted and pitted.
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed potato fries slacking a5 room temperature. Operator moved items to cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around door gasket on walk in freezer.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between in between reach in cooler and counter. Operator moved item for proper storage.
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.