Charley's Philly Steaks
A1955 S Stapley Dr, Mesa 85204
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-87426
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history8 on record
2026
Apr 27, 2026RoutinecleanA
Discussed and reviewed with PIC and employees food code policies in Spanish upon request.Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2025
Jun 17, 2025Routine2 priority3 coreC°
report emailed to facility managerPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
asked facility person in charge regarding a certified food manager. unable to locate. please obtain one certified food manager. list of resources on esd.maricopa.gov reviewed. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
observed final warewashing sanitizer basin filled in use at 0 ppm. discussed with manage onsite. manager serviced/replaced all damaged connective tubes to the sanitizer dispenser. quat ammonia at 200 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
observed at the cookline reach-in grill coolers, lids open, pans of sliced American cheese and shredded cheese, sliced cut tomatoes at 46-47 deg F. also on site packaged portioned blue cheese containers at 49 deg f . discussed the proper cold holding temperatures for on site TCS. utilized department Spanish liaison. suggested not to overfill cheese pans, and provide lids for the cooler top panel. for packaged on site, blue cheese packets suggested placing in the bottom cooler drawers or ice bath. Manager removed cheese. lids provided. please ensure rte/tcs food is kept at 41 deg f Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
observed some plastic pans of white granules in the back prep. dry storage shelf. inquired about the content. per manager salt/sugar. please ensure food ingredient containers are labeled. manager created labels, Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector's notes
checked in use sanitizer bucket on the front station. noted at 0 ppm. informed staff. drained and refilled. quat ammonia at 200 ppm established. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Feb 11, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
re-inspection conducted on paper form. copy emailed.
Feb 11, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°
Inspector's notes
please ensure one staff at the facility has a certified food manager. spoke to shift manager. resources at esd.maricopa.gov reviewed.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Jan 27, 2025Routine3 priority2 foundation2 coreD°
facility manager email revised in Tyler PC. discussed re-inspection 10 days with facility manager on duty. 2-10-2025Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
please ensure one staff at the facility has a certified food manager. spoke to shift manager. resources at esd.maricopa.gov reviewed.
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Predefined Comment: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. 2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
observed staff at cashier, accepting cash from customer, proceeded to food preparation, no hand washing conducted. discussed with staff regarding the importance of hand washing . manager will provided additional training for staff.
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Predefined Comment: Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
observed in the food prep. hand washing station. paper towel dispenser was not available. per manager, broken, awaiting a new paper towel dispenser. discussed with manager. re-inspection scheduled 10 days. 2-10-2025 Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. 5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Addl Notes: observed the hand washing station used for storing food trays. discussed with manager, manager removed articles. please ensure hand washing basin is kept available and accessible just for employee hand washing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
observed in the hot holding unit, fried chicken at 125 deg f . showed facility manager, discussed with manager. please ensure rte/tcs is kept at 135 deg f. manager removed. discarded. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
observed at the cookline reach-in cooler, some of the food pans overfilled. noted sliced cheese at 48 deg f , also noted pans of sliced tomatoes at 61 deg f . discussed with manager on duty. please ensure rte/tcs is kept at 41 deg f . manager removed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Predefined Comment: All TCS foods improperly cold held were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
observed on site filled chemical bottles filled without a proper identification /label. manager was informed. chemicals were drained and bottles were washed and refilled with proper identification attached. corercted
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7-102.11 - Priority Foundation: Common Name-Working Containers
Inspector's notes
observed employee open drinks placed on the food prep. counters. discussed with manager on duty. manager discarded open drink cups. use of lids and straws and a designated area reviewed. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-403.11 - Core: Designated Areas-Employee Accommodations for Eating/Drinking/Smoking
2024
Jun 27, 2024Routine1 priority1 coreB°
Inspector's notes
observed on site soft cheese in the steam well at 80-82 deg f . informed manager. all discarded. manager re-serviced the steam table . 135 deg f established. corrected
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observed on site soft cheese in the steam well at 80-82 deg f . informed manager. all discarded. manager re-serviced the steam table . 135 deg f established. corrected PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Inspector's notes
observed clear plastic tubs filled with food spices. no identification . informed staff on duty. identified as salt and pepper. labeled containers by manager. corrected.
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observed clear plastic tubs filled with food spices. no identification . informed staff on duty. identified as salt and pepper. labeled containers by manager. corrected. 3-302.12 - Core: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food
Jan 23, 2024RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) _ AGrade and had 0Priority, _ 0Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Adam C. . -facility manager
2023
Sep 22, 2023RoutinecleanA
This establishment received a(n) _ AGrade and had 0Priority, _ 0Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.report emailed.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: A,Signer: Enrique C. -facility manager
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →