Longhorn Steakhouse
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
95
Score
Longhorn Steakhouse appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. Longhorn Steakhouse was last inspected on Feb 12, 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 two violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water. Manager turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
95
Aug 13, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun in bar area is soiled. Manager cleaned and sanitized soda nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by cooks line in kitchen area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle on reach in cooler across from fryer has buildup of food buildup.
23-24-4
78
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No handwashing soap at handwashing sink by kitchen entrance. Manager placed soap at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
90
Apr 10, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Apr 9, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Had a discussion with operator about using the three compartment sink until dishwasher is sanitizing and working properly. 3 compartment sink is set up and has proper sanitation.**Warning** **Warning**
22-42-4
86
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Observed some cutting boards in kitchen are soiled at time of inspection. - Observed inside soda gun nozzles at bar are soiled with old food debris. Operator removed nozzles and cleaned them at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold like substance inside ice machine bin at time of inspection.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal food containers stored on shelves. Operator moved metal containers to dish room to have rewashed at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
82
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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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) CORRECTED TO ; (Chlorine 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed and rewashed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over washed lemons. Operator moved at time of inspection and educated employee. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. (Quaternary 50ppm) CORRECTED TO ; (Quaternary 150ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
70
Apr 8, 2024
Complaint Full
8 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
64
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch ear and touch clean plate. Operator educated employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee had multiple gloves on , handled raw beef then removed glove and handled clean plate and portion bag. Discussed with management, management has employee remove gloves and wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front hand sink next to server line and dishwashing area blocked by trash cans. Operator moved at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some employees listed as overdue on spread sheet provided by operator.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard. **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Microwaves on cook line rusted on door interior. Walk in cooler gaskets torn or in disrepair. Reach in cooler gasket next to grill torn or in disrepair. Operator states they have an external company come out quarterly to check and repair gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed black build up on bottom of oven next to cook line, discussed with operator.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on multiple reach in coolers throughout kitchen. Spilled liquid buildup in reach in freezer in bar area.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on washed containers. Discussed with operator about removing labels prior to washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved to approved location. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry. Observed salt stored outside next to water heater closet, operator moved inside at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-74-1
37
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink when entering kitchen area. Employee placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cooks line has no beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes. Manager removed labels. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
82
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
78
Jul 13, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in service station area landing on counter that food handlers use to make drinks. Operator killed fly and employee sanitized location.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Clean plates on dish rack have old food build up on surfaces. Operator moved dishes to be washed again. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towel missing from hand wash sink near ware washing area. Operator added paper towels to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Dish machine soiled with old food debris.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in rice being used as a scoop. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at cookline, ware washing and prep area soiled with old food debris.
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee must wash hand sign at hand wash sink at entrance (next to ware washing area).
31B-04-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Longhorn Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Longhorn Steakhouse on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Longhorn Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Longhorn Steakhouse.
How does Longhorn Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Longhorn Steakhouse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Longhorn Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Longhorn Steakhouse 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 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 three times per year on average.
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