How many health inspections has WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS had?

WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS ever been shut down?

Yes, WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS?

The most frequently cited violations at WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS are: Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?

TIME ABUSE: When time is used as a public health control (instead of temperature), food is allowed to remain in the temperature danger zone for a limited period. Without proper written procedures, documentation, and disposal protocols, food may be served after unsafe time periods. Bacteria reach dangerous levels after 4 hours at room temperature — causing Staphylococcal intoxication, Salmonellosis, and C. perfringens illness. If using time as a control: develop written procedures, mark food with discard time (4 hours from removal, or 6 hours if starting at 41°F and not exceeding 70°F), monitor and document. Food must be discarded at marked time — no exceptions. Staff must be trained on procedures. Time as control is NOT appropriate for all foods.

WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS

4824 N FEDERAL HWY UNIT 428, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CB PIZZA ONE INC · License: SEA1619036

WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS in Fort Lauderdale, FL has 26 inspections on record with 129 total violations (5 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of May 15, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for WICKED CHEESESTEAKS PIZZA & STEAKS
Date	Reason	Reopened
Mar 5, 2025	Roach activity	14:17:00
Jan 13, 2015	Roach & rodent activity	09:58:00

Inspection History (26)

May 15, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

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Mar 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

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Emergency Closures (2)

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