Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey

9524 N Us Hwy 19, Port Richey, FL 34668
Steakhouse
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average for Port Richey sits at 80, putting Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of 3 microwaves in the kitchen has accumulation of grease/food debris. The operator cleaned all 3 microwaves. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. 1 container by the dishwasher area has an old label on it. The operator moved the container to the dishwasher area to be rewashed. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
90
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans Mario mandarin orange
01B-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin. Server station beverage operator cleaned ice bin during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment storage racks
36-73-4
78
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawer cooler in middle of cook line -ranch dressing (46F - Cold Holding); Mac n cheese portions (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler over night, see stop sale
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In drawer cooler in middle of cook line -ranch dressing (46F - Cold Holding); Mac n cheese portions (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler over night, temps not taken today.
01B-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Bucket on cook line, 100 ppm, corrected to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top of microwave on cook line, operator moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drawer gaskets on cook line, right of fryer vertical freezer shelves Top of hand wash sink in bar **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sink at expo line
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Doors of ice machine on cook line **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. On cook line< 150 ppm ,corrected to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
86
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drop in cooler on pass through shelf, whipped butter (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (47F - Cold Holding) was removed from refrigeration approximately 1 hour ago, moved to walk in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on hot hold unit, next to buns on cook line, moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers in dish room
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Doors of ice machine on cook line Hot hold potato drawers Gaskets of chicken prep unit Gasket of salad dressing cooler at wait station, operator cleaned on site
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In bar
22-16-4
70
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler - Sliced cheddar (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); cooked rice 47 (46F); sliced cheddar (47F - Cold Holding); spinach dip (47F - Cold Holding); raw hamburgers (46F - Cold Holding); lamb (45F - Cold Holding); sliced Swiss (48F - Cold Holding) buttermilk (53F - Cold Holding) butter (48F - Cold Holding) Temperatures were taken at 7:30 this morning, manager states that all food was at 41F or below. Most food moved to freezer, freezer door propped open. Manager called for repair tech. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler -buttermilk (53F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle, bartender removed nozzle and cleaned Salamander on cook line soiled **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Beverage and employee items on shelf over microwave on cook line, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Single door drawer cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100 ppm, corrected to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-08-4
58
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey.

How does Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey compare to other restaurants in Port Richey?

Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Richey average of 80.

Has Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey 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 Steaks of Pt Richey inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Longhorn Steaks of Pt Richey is inspected around two times per year on average.