Sweetwater, Miami-Dade County

CHARLEY'S PHILLY STEAKS

11401 NW 12 ST #106, Sweetwater, FL 33172

FoodNon-Seating
Latest violations
3
1 Intermediate
May 11, 2026
City
Sweetwater
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
15

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

May 11, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

31A-09-4

Detail 24568233

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink unit next to 3 compartment sink blocked by food cart. - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-11: At time of callback inspection observed handwashing sink blocked. Customer Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24568235

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-11: At time of callback inspection observed Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24568234

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2026-05-11: At the of callback inspection observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Time Extended

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 3Total: 9

22-43-4

Detail 24429180

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quad sanitizer 3 compartment sink sink at 0 ppm, staff refill the 3 compartment retested 200 ppm. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 24429176

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken mayo sandwich (79F - Cold Holding) at front counter area rack, as per shift manager for Less than 4 hours, staff place the sandwich tray in the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 24429179

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards with substance like mold impregnated.

31A-09-4

Detail 24429174

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink unit next to 3 compartment sink blocked by food cart.

53A-02-7

Detail 24429175

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Kendry Ojeda as a shift manager and lack of food manager certificate.

53A-05-6

Detail 24429181

Intermediate - 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/

36-34-5

Detail 24429178

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 24429177

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

10-08-5

Detail 24429173

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter under soda machine ice box.

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

29-42-4

Detail 23983377

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: At time of callback inspection observed observed Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 23983376

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some auxiliary over the walk-in freezer entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: At time of callback inspection Observed some auxiliary over the walk-in freezer entrance. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 23983378

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled AC returns over ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: At time of callback inspection Observed soiled AC returns over ware washing area. Time Extended

Aug 22, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 7

01B-02-5

Detail 23978483

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced Turkey ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding) as per staff cooked wings from previous night, raw chicken wings received last Tuesday and Turkey ham as well. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 23978486

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced Turkey ham (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding) as per staff cooked wings from previous night, raw chicken wings received last Tuesday and Turkey ham as well. Warning

29-42-4

Detail 23978487

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23978485

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing towel at unit front counter. Warning

36-32-5

Detail 23978484

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed some auxiliary over the walk-in freezer entrance. Warning

36-34-5

Detail 23978488

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled AC returns over ware washing area. Warning

21-12-4

Detail 23978489

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at front counter. Warning

Mar 3, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

29-42-4

Detail 23598919

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

36-36-4

Detail 23598922

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed at rear over walk-in freezer entrance. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 23598921

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed spiked knifes soiled/dusted AC vents and returns at kitchen/ware washing area. Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 23598918

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter soda dispenser. Manager placed scoop handle first. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 23598920

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several salsa containers at front counter not labeled.

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 7

03D-02-5

Detail 23337267

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed precooked chicken wings (as per manager prepared last night) (46F - Cooling) at reach in cooler unit next to deep fryer machine. Coached staff on proper cooling methods and provided educational material on cooling. Corrective Action Taken

01B-02-5

Detail 23337269

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed precooked chicken wings (as per manager prepared last night) (46F - Cooling) at reach in cooler unit next to deep fryer machine.

03D-15-4

Detail 23337270

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed employee storing recently fried chicken wing in a cover container not allowing for proper cooling time. Employee was coached on proper cooling methods. Corrective Action Taken

05-08-4

Detail 23337265

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed not probe thermometer available to ensure food safety.

22-20-5

Detail 23337271

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black substance like mold at ice machine/bin.

36-36-4

Detail 23337268

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile over reach in cooler/freezer area, also over office entrance.

36-34-5

Detail 23337266

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled/dusted AC vents at preparation area.

Jun 20, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 11

08A-20-5

Detail 22939080

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken behind raw beef at RIC. Manager relocated the products. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22939081

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at RIC front counter sliced provolone (49F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss cheese (51F - Cold Holding). As per manager for less than one hour. Manager was instructed to switch products with products from WIC. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

41-10-4

Detail 22939078

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored next to SS items at front counter. Manager moved the sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site

29-42-4

Detail 22939073

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed MOP sink with splitter not vacuum breaker.

12A-03-4

Detail 22939076

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hand at 3CS. Manager was made aware of the situation. Corrective Action Taken

53B-02-5

Detail 22939075

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Rafael Seminario hired 4 months ago, Clara hired two and half years ago and without employee training certificate.

51-11-4

Detail 22939077

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Staff secured tanks. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 22939074

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on curtains at WIF. Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 22939082

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter ice chests. Manager removed handle from lice. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

25-22-4

Detail 22939079

Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed SS cups next to HWS at from counter. Manager removed the SS items. Corrected On-Site

25-02-4

Detail 22939083

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed SS knifes at front counter at customer reach with handle not presented first. Manager was instructed to removed SS and placed it correctly. Corrective Action Taken

Mar 13, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 9Total: 9

36-36-4

Detail 22717226

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 22717224

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen. Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 22717225

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed container with wet nesting by the employee break area next to walk in freezer. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed container with wet nesting by the employee break area next to walk in freezer. Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 22717222

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Obseved standing water at walk in cooler. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Obseved standing water at walk in cooler. Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 22717227

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Obseved Floor soiled at front counter preparation area. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Obseved Floor soiled at front counter preparation area. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 22717223

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer. Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 22717220

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted. Time Extended

29-11-4

Detail 22717219

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at employees station. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at employees station. Time Extended

42-01-4

Detail 22717221

Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Time Extended

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 12Total: 15

01B-02-5

Detail 22716847

High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Observed cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); mozzarella stick (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation table across from cook line as per manager since early in the morning.

03A-02-5

Detail 22716851

High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); mozzarella stick (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation table across from cook line as per manager since early in the morning. Priority: High Priority

02C-03-5

Detail 22716848

Intermediate - Observed: Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed liquid cheese at walk in cooler with no label open for more than 24 hours. Priority: Intermediate

36-36-4

Detail 22716924

Basic - Observed: Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler. Priority: Basic

36-34-5

Detail 22716904

Basic - Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen. Priority: Basic

24-08-4

Detail 22716889

Basic - Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed container with wet nesting by the employee break area next to walk in freezer. Priority: Basic

36-22-4

Detail 22716903

Basic - Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Obseved standing water at walk in cooler. Priority: Basic

36-73-4

Detail 22716929

Basic - Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Obseved Floor soiled at front counter preparation area. Priority: Basic

14-69-4

Detail 22716876

Basic - Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer. Priority: Basic

10-08-5

Detail 22716856

Basic - Observed: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Obseved at ice machine at front counter. Priority: Basic

29-49-6

Detail 22716900

Basic - Observed: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed Standing water at reach in cooler at front counter. Priority: Basic

14-17-4

Detail 22716857

Basic - Observed: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves at walk in cooler rusted. Priority: Basic

29-11-4

Detail 22716891

Basic - Observed: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at employees station. Priority: Basic

42-01-4

Detail 22716936

Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Priority: Basic

21-12-4

Detail 22716877

Basic - Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution at preparation area. Priority: Basic

Oct 5, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 22, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

03A-02-5

Detail 21877341

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (49 F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler next to the grill. As per operator cheese has less than 2 hours . Operator placed cheese inside walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 21877342

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Madelin Estevez certificate expired 10/02/2022. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 21877343

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Warning

21-12-4

Detail 21877340

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table at the front counter. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site Warning

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

31B-02-4

Detail 21262594

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handsink in back area. Employee refilled paper dispenser Corrected On-Site

36-32-5

Detail 21262593

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles above walk in freezer damaged

Jan 5, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 4

16-37-1

Detail 20762419

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

31B-05-4

Detail 20762418

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at hand wash sink next to triple sink

51-11-4

Detail 20762417

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tank next to ice machine not secured Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 20762416

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers and single service item boxes stored on floor of dry storage

Oct 8, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

53B-05-5

Detail 20573850

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-08: Required employee training expired for all employees. Admin Complaint

51-11-4

Detail 20573851

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-08: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Time Extended

Aug 2, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 3Basic: 2Total: 5

11-07-5

Detail 20392846

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided handout via email Corrective Action Taken Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 20392843

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink in back area. Employee refilled paper Corrected On-Site Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 20392845

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

51-11-4

Detail 20392844

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On-Site Warning

29-18-4

Detail 20392847

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed in back area Warning