STEAK-N-SHAKE #294
1080 EL JOBEAN RD, Port Charlotte FL 33948 · 2556990
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice build up in walk in freezer. Operator has a back up freezer for use and maintenance call in already. Reported at 10:38 am.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the shake machine dispenser nozzles soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in the shake station.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Observed a broken light fixture in the walk in freezer.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink room. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the chlorine solution for the dishmachine at 0ppm. The operator stated the dishmachine operated both as a high temperature and chlorine solution sanitizer. Observed the max temperature of the dishmachine at 148.7. After cycling 3 times. The operator to set up three compartment sink for sanitizing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); butter (53F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); amibiet air temperature 55F in the walk in cooler. The operator provided proof of internal food temperature of 38F along with ambient air temperature of 39F approximately 3 hours prior to inspection. The operator opened walk in freezer door and will monitor temperature until alternate storage or repair is made.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the shake machine dispenser nozzles soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink behind the front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in the shake station.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed multiple plastic single-service items stored on the floor in the storage area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Observed a broken light fixture in the walk in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop sink room. The operator properly stored the wet mop.
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach in coolers on line.
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching hat and face, then resumed work without washing hands.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee leaning on make table, then proceeding to continue to work without washing hands OR changing gloves.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager on duty without a CFM proof of certification.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on backside of door handles on reach in coolers.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cambers on drying shelf not inverted properly. Observed operator remove cambros.
Container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray over flowing.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without a hair restraint on. Observed employee putting a hat on.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on reach in coolers on line.
Fixed equipment exposed to spillage sealed to adjoining equipment/walls not properly cleaned. Observed on wall corner where the dirty dishes go into machine with black mold like substance build up.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen, along cove moldings, syrup on floor, fries on floor, paper products on floor, etc.
Hood filters/grease extractors designed to be easily removable for cleaning. Observed hoods with grease build up on them, on make line.
Iced tea/ Soda/ Juice/ Shake dispenser not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed shake dispenser/ mixer with soiled top by beater blade.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food splatteron inside of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on reach in coolers and freezers throughout establishment with soiled gaskets, soiled doors, grease build up on equipment.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed cambros put away with food debris stuck on them. Observed operator remove and put into dish to wash..
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on bottom of reach coolers on line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout front line. Walls with food splatter. Observed in kitchen at prep sink, walls soiled with black mold like substance.
May 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in back room.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside microwave. Observed operator clean, remove fan guard and wash.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gaskets in kitchen area soiled with food debris on them.
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in coolers some food debris on back sides of of handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in back room.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine at 147F, rinse cycle 114F. No chemical reading on test strip either. Observed operator breaking down machine and setting up three compartment sink.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoops on top of ice machine. Observed operator remove and put into a container for storage when not in use.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside microwave. Observed operator clean, remove fan guard and wash.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gaskets in kitchen area soiled with food debris on them.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed measuring spoons stored handles down. Observed operator remove and store spoons handles up.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee going to put on gloves with out washing hands. Employee washed hands and put on gloves after coaching
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pull up pants and not change gloves or wash hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer with food debris on it after yesterday's use, per manager in charge.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap at main hand sink in ladies room, but soap in handicap stall.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed both bathrooms with dirty toilets, sinks, mirrors, walls, floors, overflowing trash.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles throughout dining room with water damage.
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area. Observed soiled cutting boards put away clean
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelets on cook.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed mold on gaskets of reach in coolers through out kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door with gap on right hand side.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand sink when you enter grill area from dining room with cold water handle broken off and water constantly running. Hot side faucet handle does nothing.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed debris all over trash area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer under freezer fan
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odors in mens bathroom. Noticed smell upon entering hallway.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed drinking cups in drive thru stored with no protection on top of cup dispensing unit to protect things from falling in the cups.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand sink when you enter grill area from dining room with cold water handle broken off and water constantly running. Hot side faucet handle does nothing.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed Employee go to hand sink, re strained hair tighter, and go to drive thru to hand out food with no hand washing. Observed Operator speaking to employee on proper hand washing. Observed employee washing hands correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shake mixer with splatter on the inside top where mixer meets connection. Observed Operator having employee clean and sanitize immediately. Observed employee cleaning and sanitizing shake mixer.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 shake mixer with debris on mixing blades.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with out a hair restraint. Observed employee putting hair net on immediately
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open. Observed manager closing lids immediately.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed exposed pipeline holes where water pipes were removed (and re installed ) and piping holes have not been sealed off. Observed right above hot water tank in mop room.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 mold like substance in drip tray f soda machine at front counter for self service. Observed operator started cleaning the tray.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed an abundance of garbage on ground around dumpsters.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice build up in walk in freezer. Operator has a back up freezer for use and maintenance call in already. Reported at 10:38 am.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open.
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