STEAK N SHAKE
1 CYPRESS EDGE DR, Palm Coast FL 32164 · 3864466936
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 16 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 13 fruit flies in dish area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Red hose at mop sink no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in back kitchen area has build up on blade.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at front counter hand wash sink. Operator replaced.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine deflector plate has orange like substance.
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top exterior of dishwasher soiled with debris.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind and underneath equipment and counters soiled with debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with debris. Underneath self service soda machine soiled with build up.
Jan 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Burgers 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Burgers 47F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cream nozzles are soiled.
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. Missing 1 employees food certificate.
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 2, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not working. Establishment has a 3CS set up and it tests at 150ppm.
Oct 27, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not working. Establishment has a 3CS set up and it tests at 150ppm.
Sep 23, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on grill side; Pasta 51F, cheese 54F, tomatoes 51F; ( - Cold Holding) Sitting out on counter; Butter 81F; ( - Cold Holding)
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not working. Establishment has a 3CS set up and it tests at 150ppm.
Sep 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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In use knife soiled. A soiled knife on knife rack.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee go from serving a customer back to the line without washing her hands and charging gloves. Addressed immediately and person washed her hands and put new gloves on.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on grill side; Pasta 51F, cheese 54F, tomatoes 51F; ( - Cold Holding) Sitting out on counter; Butter 81F; ( - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In hot holding; butter 124F hot holding
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on red hose at mop sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of certified manager.
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. Establishment does not have training at all.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at back hand washing sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All handles on cook line are greasy.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not working. Establishment has a 3CS set up and it tests at 150ppm.
Drain cover(s) missing. In back left hand corner; drain cover is missing.
Employee with soiled clothing. Observed several employees whose clothes were soiled
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor is soiled behind ice machine.
In-use knife stored on soiled surface between uses. Soiled knife on knife rack
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Side of fryers have new plastic from manufacturer on them making them not smooth and easily cleanable.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop was face down on floor.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by empty boxes.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cream nozzles are soiled.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Debris behind soda machines. Person in charge swept up.
Stored food not covered. Brownies in reach in freezer are not covered. Person in charge covered.
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice cream heads are soiled. Person in charge cleaned.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Grease under fryers. Also floors throughout need cleaning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All drawers are soiled.
Aug 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6.1.24.
Aug 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Prime several times and replaced sanitizer and still tests at 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6.1.24.
Aug 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Prime several times and replaced sanitizer and still tests at 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6.1.24.
Aug 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Prime several times and replaced sanitizer and still tests at 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6.1.24.
Jul 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Prime several times and replaced sanitizer and still tests at 0ppm.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 13 fruit flies in dish area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6.1.24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler #2; chili 48F; ( - Cold Holding). In cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler #2; chili 48F; ( - Cold Holding). In cooler overnight.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer and can opener are both soiled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. With pink liquid inside not labeled. In dish area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on 2 stack reach in freezer are soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above dish machine is rusted.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Debris on cookline, ice cream, dish area.
Food stored on floor. Food on floor in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Short staffed and only 1 person on staff.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice buckets not upside down.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in reach in cooler #2 and top. Person in charge removed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on drawers, both reach in coolers, and reach in freezers have black/mold like substance on them. Milkshake machine is soiled.
Stored food not covered. In reach in freezer chicken strips not covered.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Primed and it tested at 75ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 45F; ( - Cold Holding). Out for 1 hour. Cheese placed on ice.
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. Missing on butter. Just pulled out. Person in charge time stamped.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. French fries on cookline 110F. Person in charge discarded and started fresh.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Nozzles on milk shake have debris.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water takes 2+ minutes to reach 85F.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop face down in bucket.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; Cheese 46F; ( - Cold Holding) On counter; butter 78F. #2; pasta 54F; ( - Cold Holding), cheese 47F, tomatoes, lettuce 47F; ( - Cold Holding) All items above fill line. Out 2.5hrs. Placed back into reach in cooler. Replaced with items that were 41F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on hose at mop sink.
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. 1 employee is missing training.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor has grease on it behind cookline.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in cold water. Person in charge dumped out water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups on floor in dry storage.
Stored food not covered. In reach in freezer; chicken tenders not covered.
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.