STEAK N SHAKE INC
106 CORTEZ RD E, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-755-3673
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
NOV 24
APR 25
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JAN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,660
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019029853 | Apr 23, 2019 | Jun 27, 2019 | $600 |
| 7--2016010064 | Feb 15, 2016 | Mar 10, 2016 | $500 |
| 7--2015026054 | Jun 1, 2015 | Jul 2, 2015 | $560 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies. Observed food,paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed throughout kitchen area containers of house hold foggers insecticide used for flies.Observed food, paper products,clean food containers and dining room area exposed to insecticide.Person in charge discarded all contaminated products and cleaned and sanitized all contact surfaces. Employees stated that when she entered the establishment the only thing that was covered and protected was the condiment station on fountain beverage line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.observed employee cell phone on food preparation table. Employee removed and sanitized table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee preparing food with bracelets on wrist. Employee removed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed in reach in freezer gasket soiled with molded like substance.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed inside ice machine bin mold like substance.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on pad around dumpster.Person in charge removed trash from pad.
Light shield damaged by dish washing machine area.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.observed on dessert line Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 000ppm); Person in charge refilled and Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary recheck 300ppm)
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed no time mark on butter on food preparation table.Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
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. See stop sale.observed no time mark on butter on food preparation table.Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryers soiled with grease.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen.observed hood system over fryers not working and oil vapors are throughout kitchen and dining areas
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under milk shake machine and under all equipment in the front kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed: Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in dishwasher area 2 light shields cracked.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in front kitchen area single service containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.Person in charge placed the wet cloth in sanitizer.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in back kitchen area air return vents by ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on south end of building.
Garbage on pad around dumpster on east end of parking area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in dishwasher area 2 light shields cracked.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed in front kitchen area single service containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry by mop sink. Person in charge inverted.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on cooks line Butter (69F - Cold Holding) Person in charge had a time stamp of 24hours. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit and time as a public health Person in charge voluntarily discarded Butter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line Butter (69F - Cold Holding) Person in charge had a time stamp of 24hours. Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit and time as a public health Person in charge voluntarily discarded Butter.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedures for Time as a public health on Butter. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the hand out.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in main kitchen area microwave soiled with dried food particles. Person in charge cleaned microwave.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back area of kitchen next to mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in front kitchen area,employee touched point of sales with gloves on and grabbed a single service container for food and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands. Educated Person in charge on glove use and hand washing. Employee discarded SS container,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in back area of main kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents over fryer and grill soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back area of kitchen next to mop sink. Person in charge inverted mop. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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