Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven

875 1St St Sw, Winter Haven, FL 33880-3606

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven's latest score is in line with the Winter Haven average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bar cooler underneath the shelves inside of the bar cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-16-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In bar cooler, operator removed standing water from the bottom of the cooler by wiping with towels then sanitized the area with sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**

29-49-6

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Gatorade drink inside cook line cooler. Operator disposed **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cook line **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Bar cooler **Repeat Violation**

22-16-4

Mar 19, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Around door

14-69-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven on cook line

22-08-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues at the reach in cooler at the bar.

22-16-4

Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment . Knife in between equipment on cook line. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**

24-14-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Beverage license displayed

50-09-4

Nov 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line Poultry (50F - Hot Holding); raw poultry (45F - Hot Holding) operator place in freezer Poultry-40F Raw poultry-37F **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In dish machine area

36-22-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. At bar area

22-16-4

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Cook line Operator turned on dipper well. **Corrected On-Site**

10-03-4

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cook line

22-08-4

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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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/ Chetty Santiago 10/23/23 **Warning**

53A-03-7

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator found copy and showed inspector. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

51-18-6

Basic - One Light not functioning on cook line. **Warning**

36-62-4

Basic - soiled floors throughout the kitchen **Warning**

36-10-4

Aug 15, 2022

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can leaking on shelf in stockroom. Manager moved can to Office for credit. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-01-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb on left side splitter.

29-34-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storing umbrellas in hand washing in bar area. Employee moved umbrellas. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone cords and other items stored in box of seasoning at end of cook line. Manager removed box. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Trash dumpster.

33-11-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In storage area, above prep sink. 1/3 pans with old labels. manager placed pans in dish room. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-46-4

Basic - Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry. 2 bags of salt on floor in outside storage. Manager moved salt to pile of product off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-74-1

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Manager ask employee to clean microwave. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-08-4

Jul 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine bin. Operator wash, rinsed and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Walk-in freezer pork. Operator placed pork on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash around dumpster

33-19-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Bar area and bar dining area

36-64-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. No running water. operator turn water on. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven?

Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven.

How does Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 88.

Has Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven 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 of W. Haven inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Longhorn Steakhouse of W. Haven is inspected around two times per year on average.

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