CHARLEYS PHILLY STEAKS
5315 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941-792-1400
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 35 points better than where it started.
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. Operator posted vomit clean-up sign.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025010755 | Nov 25, 2024 | Mar 18, 2025 | $600 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed ibuprofen and tums stored above their prep table. Operator removed them.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed their dish racks rusted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed last years license displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food/drinks improperly stored on the cook line and in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the items.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed used plastic gloves in handwashing sink in back food preparation area. Operator removed gloves.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwashing sink in back food preparation area. Operator replaced paper towel.
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. Observed no proof that employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated operator and provided Copies of Employee health reporting agreements. Employees read and signed agreements.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at handwashing sink in back food preparation area. Operator replaced soap.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung mop to dry.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stainless Steele scrubby in handwashing sink in front next to warming unit. Employee removed scrubby.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand wash soap at handwashing sink in back food preparation area. Operator replaced soap.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil being stored on the floor in front area of establishment next to 2 drawer reach-in cooler. Operator moved oil off the floor.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken in 2 drawer warming unit at 116F. Operator stated that the chicken had been in the warming unit for approximately 1 hour. Operator turned up unit to bring temperature up on chicken. Observed chicken nuggets now at 182F.
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. Observed 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. Operator had copies of the health reporting agreement. Operator had employees on staff at the time of this inspection, read and sign agreements. Operator will have the other employees read and sign agreement.
Jan 24, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup and nasal spray on shelf above bagged soda. Operator removed medicines.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed H. Starr and Y. Sibada with out any proof of food handlers training.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food prep area next to single serve containers on front line next to warming unit. Operator removed drink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on food containers in back dish area.
Nov 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup and nasal spray on shelf above bagged soda. Operator removed medicines.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed container of Ortho home defense at front counter next to single serve items. Operator removed chemical and place in garbage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken in single door flip top next to fryers over ready to eat pepper and onions. Educated operator on separation of raw and ready to eat foods. Operator moved peppers and onions.
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. Operator posted vomit clean-up sign.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dish area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed H. Starr and Y. Sibada with out any proof of food handlers training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in dish area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food prep area next to single serve containers on front line next to warming unit. Operator removed drink.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food preparation while wearing a watch. Employee removed watch.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on warming unit handle in front food prep area. Operator removed tongs and placed in pan next to warming unit.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of container in sugar touching product. Operator removed container.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on food containers in back dish area.
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the back warewashing hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the back warewashing hand wash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks on the cook line prep tables.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee personal items stored on top of food containers in the dry storage area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service containers not inverted or protected on the cook line. Operator inverted some containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings being thawed in standing water. Had operator turn on the sink.
Nov 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pest strip hanging over soda boxes in back storage area. Operator moved pest strip.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Sliced chicken (61F - Cold Holding); Cooked onion (64F - Cold Holding) in roll top reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator stated items had been in cooler overnight. Operator to discard Chicken and Cooked onions.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sliced chicken (61F - Cold Holding); Cooked onion (64F - Cold Holding) in roll top reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator stated items had been in cooler overnight. Operator to discard Chicken and Cooked onions.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to food items on dry storage shelf. Operator removed spray bottle.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker at mop sink.
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.
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. No proof of employee agreements. Emailed to operator. Operator filled out agreement.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on top of food warmer across from fryers. Employee removed cell phone.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up on hoods over fryers on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on plastic containers in walk in cooler and containers stored above triple sink.
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