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CHARLEYS PHILLY STEAKS

2567 S KIRKMAN RD, Orlando FL 32811

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA5809199
Grade history
JUL 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
APR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Milk dated 6/17
High priority/02C-01-5
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2025064862Jul 9, 2025Nov 18, 2025$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. -employees not washing hands between tasks such as cleaning and preparing food
High priority/12A-16-4
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -chocolate chips in walk in cooler
High priority/14-31-5
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -chicken (80F - Cold Holding) turkey (46F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (68F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); cheese (67F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Show the remaining 10 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink, no running water
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee items stored with single service items
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in cooler next to toaster not working
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. -bag of onions in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. -rear door blocked by children's bike
/46-01-4
The state's own report →
Apr 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink in prep area
Intermediate/27-16-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee drink above single service items
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. -reach in cooler left of flattop, seals torn -reach in freezer seals torn
Basic/14-11-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -tongs at wing station
Basic/10-07-4
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. -rear door
/46-04-4
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -food disposed of in hand wash sink at front counter
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink in prep area
Intermediate/27-16-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -large pans above 3 compartment sink
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. -box of cooking oil on floor in kitchen area
Basic/08B-38-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -mop on bare floor
Basic/42-01-4
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. -fire extinguisher at rear door on floor instead of designated hook
/45-05-4
Jul 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss (53F - Cold Holding); sliced white American (56F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) sliced turkey (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 9, 2025 · Turkey slices 42F (cold holding) Sliced cheese 48F ( cold holding) Sliced tomatoes 42F (cold holding) Shredded cheese 47F (cold holding) Sliced provolone 48F (cold holding) Admin Complaint
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear exit door
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2025 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -hand wash sink faucet at prep area leaking
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2025 · Time Extended
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -red fire extinguisher, Secondary K class in establishment in green zone
/45-02-4/Return visit Jul 9, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Milk dated 6/17
High priority/02C-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Milk dated 06/17
High priority/01B-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss (53F - Cold Holding); sliced white American (56F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) sliced turkey (47F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -mop sink hose splitter no vacuum breaker
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -wash cloth stored in hand wash sink next to pull out reach in cooler
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -cove molding left or rear exit door broken
Basic/36-03-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear exit door
Basic/35B-01-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall panels above walk in cooler falling down
Basic/36-24-5
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. -sauce ladles
Basic/16-48-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -pan containers
Basic/16-46-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -hand wash sink faucet at prep area leaking
Basic/29-11-4
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -red fire extinguisher, Secondary K class in establishment in green zone
/45-02-4
Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. -fire extinguisher used to prop open rear exit door
/45-05-4
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile over walk in cooler
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in standing water at prep table 70 degrees. Manager poured water out.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guard in walk in cooler soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water dripping from under sink at hand washing sink.
Basic/29-08-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler to the left of cook line
Basic/22-16-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall on the back of fryer soiled
Basic/36-27-5
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor to the back of fryer soiled
Basic/36-10-4
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Less than 4 hours per manager. Manager turned up warmer Cheese sauce (118F - Hot Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. 3 compartment sink Quat over 500 ppm. operator added water solution now 200 ppm
High priority/41-18-4
Ceiling tile missing. Over walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Basic/36-36-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear containers on dish rack
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets front counter
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Cones at front counter. Manager covered
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk open five days per manager.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
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. Manager had form, she filled it out and put it in file.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers on dish rack in kitchen.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler near front counter torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored in a prohibited area. Oreo cookies stored under soap dispenser on front counter.
Basic/08B-37-4
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Cones at front counter ice cream machine
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons at front counter
Basic/25-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of super cleaner stored on cooking oil.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute at drink station in dining area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - employee phone stored on prep table in kitchen area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -topping station
Basic/05-09-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - thawing in no rwater
Basic/06-01-5/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.