Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland
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5750 Us Hwy 98n, Lakeland, FL 33809Part of: Charleys Philly Steaks Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Charley's Philly Steak in Lakeland has been inspected 9 times since September 2021, accumulating 32 violations with no emergency closures. The facility averaged 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included improper hand washing (cited in at least 3 inspections), food contact surface issues, and chemical storage deficiencies. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 was a complaint-based inspection that found 8 violations including parasite destruction and food contact surface issues; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024069308 | $200.00 | Sep 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland last inspected?
- Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland are: Proper cooling equipment, Food in good condition, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland had?
- Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland find?
- Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland been fined?
- Charleys Phillysteak in Lakeland has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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