Longhorn Steakhouse
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
82
Score
Longhorn Steakhouse has been inspected eight times since 2022. Longhorn Steakhouse was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Compared to the broader Sarasota restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dipperwell faucet bent downward eliminating required air gap.Observed first dipper well faucet in water on cook line. Manager corrected by placing tube in holster. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled hood.
23-03-4
82
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (54F - Cold Holding) on the server expo line. The operator voluntarily discarded the sour cream. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dipperwell faucet bent downward eliminating required air gap. Observed the dipperwell faucet submerged in water on the cook line. An employee properly adjusted the faucet to the required air gap. **Corrected On-Site**
29-47-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 3 dead small flying insects in the soda gun holster on the bar side of the service well. The operator removed and sanitized all components of the soda gun and holster. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
64
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
47
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dipperwell faucet bent downward eliminating required air gap near the salad station. The operator adjusted the faucet to the proper air gap requirements. **Corrected On-Site**
29-47-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the soda gun at the service station soiled with a black mold like substance. The operator cleaned the soda gun. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed a missing lid for the waste receptacle for the middle stall in the women's restroom.
32-12-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in-use tongs hanging from the bread drawer handle on the expo line. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-keg cooler behind the bar. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
67
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
64
May 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken cold holding at 52F at the top of a container at the breading station. Observed cooked chicken cold holding at 42F at the bottom of the container at the breading station. Operator removed the top layer of the cooked chicken at stored in the walk in cooler to reach the proper temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw salmon in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Operator properly stored the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the water at the handwashing sinks in the prep area, near the ice machine, and at the wait station at 85F.
27-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle for rice not stored above the rice in the prep area. Operator removed the scoop from the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the scoop for mashed potatoes stored on top of soiled container lid. Operator removed the scoop and replaced with clean scoop stored in the mashed potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer stored on top of sheet pans in the dish area. Operator removed the sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
55
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of quaternary sanitizer stored in rack with open bottles behind bar. Operator properly stored sanitizer.
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Educated operator on proper handwashing protocols. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwash sink behind the bar. Operator supplied sink with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handle of flat top grill on cook line. Operator removed and properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in reach in cooler behind bar with rust.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in keg cooler behind the bar.
29-49-6
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice and flour removed from original container not labeled. Operator labeled containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in dry storage area. Observed no presence of activity. Operator removed the dead roach from the premises. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
52
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Longhorn Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Longhorn Steakhouse on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Longhorn Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Longhorn Steakhouse.
How does Longhorn Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Longhorn Steakhouse most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Longhorn Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Longhorn Steakhouse 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Longhorn Steakhouse is inspected around two times per year on average.
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