Longhorn Steakhouse 5197
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged 16 inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near seven violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
16
Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings on top of and next to dry food items spread out across dry storage shelving in back kitchen areas. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 20 roach droppings around hollowed area for piping on top of hot water heater. Employee began cleaning area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-23-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 2 live roaches under a rock on top of hot water heater next to three compartment sink. Approximately 10 live roaches in small alcove at top right of wooden door frame separating two kitchen areas. Alcove in door frame is immediately next to single service to-go boxes stored on wire rack. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready to eat plantains on speed rack in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed black wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink in kitchen.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple food items prepared on site with no date marking in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated food items were cooked between 2 and 5 days prior.
02C-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 25 dead roaches on top of hot water heater next to three compartment sink. Employee began cleaning area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle of chest freezer in disrepair in side kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; mold like substance build up on gaskets of walk-in cooler door. Mold like substance build up on frame of walk-in cooler doorway.
23-03-4
32
Nov 13, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At prep area, green cutting board has black stains. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, wall behind fryers has grease build up. At cook line, wall behind convection oven has build up of residue. In dry storage room, floor under soda storage rack has build up of syrup/debris. At dish area, wall under pre rinse sink and metal plate for hose bibb have build up of black mold-like substance. At dish area, ceiling vent has dust build up. At bar, floor between keg beer cooler and reach-in cooler has build up. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At cook line, tongs hanging on front of grill. Employee moved tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At wait station, butter scoops in standing water at 103f. Employee found unit had been turned off, she turned back on. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, gaskets on reach-in cooler drawers at fry station have bui,d up of food residue/debris. At cook line, back plate of fryers have grease build up. At prep area, exterior of bulk breader bin has build up of food residue/debris. Employee cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dish area, multiple metal containers have pieces/residue from old labels. Operator had employee begun cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At prep area, bulk bin identified as breader not labeled. Employee labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat corn in standing reach in cooler near back hallway. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed peeled and washed plantains stored in plastic to-go bag in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with a food handler certification that expired 07/10/2025.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed closed employee water bottle stored on top shelf of main prep table next to food items. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle to chest freezer in disrepair and falling off. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled fan guards in walk-in cooler. Soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers stored on top shelf of main prep table. Label stated carne but had white powdery substance inside. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored on top shelf of main prep table. Person in charge labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
52
Aug 29, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At dish area, hose bibb under counter with hose attached, missing back flow preventer.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, wings (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated wings were cooked and cooled yesterday, not removed from walk-in cooler. Wings were on speed rack and had rice and mushrooms that were cooked today placed directly under tray. Manager moved rice to top rack, wing temperature dropped 2f in 20 minutes. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), Employee stated he changed sanitizer container this morning. Employee ran machine multiple times with no change. Employee moved sanitizer line, manager checked line for build up. Dishwasher ran multiple times, retested (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At prep area, green cutting board stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, metal pans stacked before air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, floor at fry station has grease and food debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, multiple reach-in cooler gaskets soiled. At cook line, side of fryer has grease build up. In wait station, rail under soda dispenser has build up. Manager had employee clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In wait station, coffee filters on upper shelf with no protection. Manager voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
47
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At fry station, floor and wall behind equipment has build up. In walk-in freezer, floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Build up of grease on ground in dumpster enclosure at grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line, scoop in standing water at 76f. Unit not turned on yet, manager turned on. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line and togo area, multiple reach-in cooler/reach-in freezer gaskets soiled/stains. At wait station, bottom of soda heads have build up. Manager had employee start cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dish area on clean dish shelves, multiple metal pans have old stickers or residue from stickers. Manager had employee start cleaning pans. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Kitchen Handwash sink by bar entrance, drain pipe in disrepair, nut broken and cannot be reattached. Manager placed trash can at pipe to hold drain line in place, plumber had been called. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
74
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in kitchen.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. In walk in cooler, to go bag used to hold tortillas. Operator removed and placed in food grade bag. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in bathroom and kitchen missing paper towels. Operator provided paper towels at both. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In stored container of sugar, scooper handle in direct contact with product. Operator lifted handle out of product. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In storage room where cleaned containers are stored is missing a light shield. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of fryers in kitchen have grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In storage room next to kitchen, old labels on clean containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Two boxes of to go containers on ground in kitchen. Operator removed from ground. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth sitting on prep table in kitchen. Operator placed cloth back in sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Stored container of salt on spice rack in kitchen was not labeled. Operator added label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above prep table in kitchen in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle stored over prep table in kitchen. Operator discarded bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lid of flip top reach in freezer is in disrepair and separating, insulation showing.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers have build up of grease.
36-73-4
39
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at cook line used as dump sink as evidenced by ice in sink. Manager melted ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, gasket on reach-in cooler at end of cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At prep area, jacket stored on shelf over customer foods. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, metal pans on clean dish shelf stacked before air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls at cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At cook line, tongs stored on grill handle. Operator moved to pan. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At cook line, microwave above dessert reach-in cooler, interior soiled.
22-08-4
67
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator supplied. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In dry storage area at kitchen, light cover missing.
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In dry storage room at kitchen, aluminum pans on top shelf not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. In walk-in cooler, fan covers have build up.
36-50-4
78
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
78
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hot water at far end of bar area near main entrance is not under pressure.
27-19-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of large ice machine in preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cloth gloves contacting ready-to-eat food. Employee wearing absorbent glove while cutting ready to eat produce to prep area near office.
21-34-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Two employees in prep and cook line wearing watches and bracelets.
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door to reach in cooler at bar area has broken off it's hinges.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under large ice machine in preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of to go containers on floor in storage area by office, manager corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
67
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on faucet in dish area where green hose is attached.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in cooler drawers on cook line. Interior of reach in cooler in bar area. White cutting board on prep counter. Interior of dish machine (lime build up). **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour container in prep area. Flour labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
16-46-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, multiple kitchen utensils in water 109F. Water turned on to run. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in dry storage area near ice machine. Floor in bar area (under equipment). **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of flour container in prep area. Soda gun holsters in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Rusted shelves in reach in cooler for salad dressing in prep area. Grooved green cutting board in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
14-47-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
55
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen missing soap. Operator supplied. Handwash sink in kitchen missing handwash sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In back storage room, aluminum pans on top shelf not inverted. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handle for cold water on handwash sink does not work.
29-08-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Door to courtyard missing door closer. Operator has door closer, waiting for handyman to install. **Corrective Action Taken**
35B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in freezer have build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Triple sinks set up in wrong order- wash, sanitizer then rinse. Employee washing dishes corrected order and sanitizer dishes. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-13-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door closer broken. Operator has new door closer, waiting for handy to install. **Corrective Action Taken**
32-04-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197.
How does Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Longhorn Steakhouse 5197's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 is inspected around five times per year on average.
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