STEAK N SHAKE
17509 N PALMS VILLAGE PL, Tampa FL 33647
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect in the mop sink area. 1 flying insect in the ice cream topping area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024069222 | Oct 21, 2024 | Apr 23, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Small white togo containers not inverted. Employee inverted
White cutting board attached to pull top reach in cooler across from cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect in the mop sink area. 1 flying insect in the ice cream topping area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up in the interior of the reach in coolers near the ice cream machine.
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. Manager stated that they are retraining so some of the employees are missing training.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed several tiles with water stains and a black/brown mold-like substance in the dining area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the old license being displayed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Manager replaced paper towels.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Missing certification number.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed on exterior of walk in freezer near rear exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed Debris on floor under equipment. Also observed debris on walls behind equipment.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on ceiling.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on shelves in kitchen.
Oct 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage on ceiling tiles in dining area.
Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area.
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area, operator cleaned exterior of unit.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage on ceiling tiles in dining area.
Objectionable odors in areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in dish area.
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing at mop sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup i walk-in cooler
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (64F - Cold Holding) stored on service line Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked onions (119F - Hot Holding), manager reheated cooked onions to 165 F
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine is out of order so operator has set up the 3-compartment sink for washing and sanitizing wash ware. Sanitizer was tested at 200ppm ( Quaternary)
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand sink at drink station Corrected observed employee replace batteries
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected observed employee voluntarily discard
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in dish area Corrected observed employee dry mop area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing at mop sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup i walk-in cooler
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed in dish area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk salt not labeled on service line Corrected -observed employee label
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed the sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Manager fixed dispenser now at 200 ppm.
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.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing tile at mop sink.
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.