STEAK N SHAKE 288
11306 CAUSEWAY BLVD, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-681-5112
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 10 live ants on wall and windowsill in dining room next to restrooms
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021058897 | Oct 11, 2021 | Jan 21, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 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. Tested at 0ppm. 3 compartment sink is set up for manual sanitizing.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle with blue liquid on shelf under cookline cooler. Bottle with blue liquid in dish area. Operator labeled.
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on the floor under front counter. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating, preparing food. Operator renewed license during inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes stored over bucket of pickles in walk in cooler. Operator moved tomatoes.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. Chili hot hood at 118F. Chili reheated to 165F.
Aug 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles and grout damaged or missing throughout establishment
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing and damaged grout throughout the establishment, with standing water and food debris
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and secondary door.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust spots and chipped paint on shelving in walk in cooler
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in prep area. Operator eradicated the fly, cleaned and sanitized the area. 23 live flies in mop sink area on walls. 3 live flies on wall by office 2 live flies on wall in employee break area. 3 live flies on wall by dish machine 2 live flies on wall by front counter kiosks
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 10 live ants on wall and windowsill in dining room next to restrooms
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 6-hour limit. Butter removed from cooler at 9:30am with time marking of 5:00pm. Discussed with operator that with current method, the butter must be used or discarded after 4 hours. Operator replaced time sticker to reflect 4 hours
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup at soda fountain in server area and self serve fountain in dining area, under and around the soda heads
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink by soda station Manager turned on hot water
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on handles of equipment at cook line
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Buildup of food debris and soda bib caps behind ice machine
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles and grout damaged or missing throughout establishment
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing and damaged grout throughout the establishment, with standing water and food debris
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser and secondary door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Buildup of debris inside cheese warmer. Buildup of debris on shelving in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust spots and chipped paint on shelving in walk in cooler
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket on prep table
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Feb 27, 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Sep 18, 2023Inspection 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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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. Emailed to operator
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside reachin freezer on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food build up inside reachin coolers on cookline
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt with no label on prep table Corrected -observed employee label
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.