STEAK N SHAKE
4313 W VINE ST, Kissimmee FL 34746 · 401-523-6344
Last inspected Sep 3, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small flying insects at ice cream station.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $14,280
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018000413 | Dec 12, 2017 | May 8, 2018 | $3,000 |
| 4--2017045191 | Jul 31, 2017 | Nov 2, 2017 | $4,000 |
| 4--2017025032 | Apr 12, 2017 | Jun 28, 2017 | $200 |
| 4--2017001400 | Nov 14, 2016 | Mar 7, 2017 | $4,000 |
| 4--2015054863 | Oct 26, 2015 | Jan 15, 2016 | $2,280 |
| 4--2015011283 | Jan 29, 2015 | Mar 24, 2015 | $800 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small flying insects at ice cream station.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees present during inspection, no CFM present.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Per operator, dish machine currently not in use, waiting to get fixed. They have triple sink set up for ware washing.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink from open cup on cookline.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along entrance to walk-in freezer from walk-in cooler.
May 23, 2025□ 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top and lower holding area of reach in cooler to the left of flat top. raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE
May 22, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top and lower holding area of reach in cooler to the left of flat top. raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE
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.
May 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top and lower holding area of reach in cooler to the left of flat top. raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top and lower holding area of reach in cooler to the left of flat top. raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (51F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (53F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
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.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Ice filters date of service listed as 5/7/24-5/7/25.
Food stored on floor. Cases of honey mustard on the floor
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups on the floor in office/ dry storage room
Jun 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.white film
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In the kitchen near drive through area
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Multiple employees wearing a watch, rings, bracelet. 3 employees.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice cream station
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In front of the ice cream station
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Walk in freezer
Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor next to the ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood at the fry station
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Box of tomatoes over onions in the walk in cooler
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw burgers over precooked bacon and thawing hot dogs, walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Butter labeled to hold at room temperature for 24 hours. Just put out per operator. Time changed to reflect 4 hour holding time.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - Front counter corrected on site - women's restroom main dispenser.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Single service/dry storage area
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Bags of used towels on the ground in the dumpster area with loose towels strewn around
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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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.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Prep table in the kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Tile missing in mop sink area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above the ice cream station looks like it's bulging( water damage )
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Milkshake station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in the reach in cooler I'm the kitchen, bun warmer soiled, hood vents heavily soiled
Reach-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Placed in the storage room
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.