SOUTH PHILLY CHEESESTEAKS
5442 LOCKWOOD RIDGE ROAD, Bradenton FL 34203 · 9417307884
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. Abraham.
Jul 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler under grill chicken (48 - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been in the reach in cooler since 7/23/26. Employee voluntarily discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler under grill chicken (48 - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been in the reach in cooler since 7/23/26. Employee voluntarily discard. Observed in reach in cooler cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on not putting product above the container fill line.Person in charge stated it had been there for approximately 1 hour and removed and placed in reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed can opener soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge placed in dish washing area.
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. Abraham.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in reach in cooler throughout kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance..
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Dec 30, 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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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed on food storage rack employees cell phone. Person in charge removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.observed in back kitchen area chemical spray bottle no label. Person in charge stated it was all purpose cleaner and labeled accordingly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed in dry storage employee cell phone in with food items. Person in charge removed phone.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on plastic cups. Person in charge separated glasses.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that they put the cheese in at 9:30am. Person in charge placed ice bag on cheese and closed cooler lid.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in front kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back kitchen area.Person in charge filled paper towels.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Amber, Maria and Antonio.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Fryer oil stored on floor by 3 compartment sink. Person in charge removed from floor.
Open dumpster lid on west end of parking area. Person in charge could not close lid because it was pinned against wall.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west side of building.
Sep 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in front kitchen area can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned can opener.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed on grill line employee engaged in food preparation with multiple rings on fingers. Employee removed rings and washed hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation on grill. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in front kitchen area over grill hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. See stop sale. Observed on grill line in main kitchen area cooked Onions and Beef not time marked. Person in charge stated that it was put out on grill line at 10:30am when they opened and time marked accordingly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed on grill line employee preparing food with cloth wristbands on wrist Employee removed wrist bans and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with Grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in upright Reach in cooler in back kitchen area Raw ground Beef over Cooked beef and cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the Handout. Person in charge removed Raw ground Beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area across from fryers can opener soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge washed and sanitized can opener.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood vents over grill and fryers in main kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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