Outback Steakhouse #1268
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
Outback Steakhouse #1268 has been inspected 12 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Ice buildup in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Destin restaurant scores 90. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station . Water observed pooled on cutting board . Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash . Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: At time of the callback Fry station make bar and cutting board cleaned and sanitized. Area covered with protective plastic wrap- repairs ongoing. No pooled water observed. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: At time of the callback fry station make bar cleaned and sanitized. **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: Upon callback no standing water observed. Hood vent leak reduced. Repairs ongoing. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: At time of the callback no standing water observed. **Admin Complaint**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut , shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: At time of the callback No food stored in location exposed to splash / leaks. Fry station make bar empty and out of service for repairs. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-11: No food exposed to splash at time of the callback inspection No leak observed **Admin Complaint**
08B-36-4
82
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station . Water observed pooled on cutting board . Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash . Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: At time of the callback Fry station make bar and cutting board cleaned and sanitized. Area covered with protective plastic wrap- repairs ongoing. No pooled water observed. **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: Upon callback no standing water observed. Hood vent leak reduced. Repairs ongoing. **Admin Complaint**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut , shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-10: At time of the callback No food stored in location exposed to splash / leaks. Fry station make bar empty and out of service for repairs. **Admin Complaint**
08B-36-4
82
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station . Water observed pooled on cutting board . Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash . Active leaking observed. Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing the following exposed food - Splashing observed contacting red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut , shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. Manager shut down fry station during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station . Water observed pooled on cutting board . Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash . Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection. **Admin Complaint**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood. **Admin Complaint**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut , shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale **Admin Complaint**
08B-36-4
70
Oct 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair on cook line. Broken floor tile observed.
36-17-5
95
Nov 16, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling / roof in disrepair as evidenced by active leaks observed over cook line and back preparation area. Leaking water contained in buckets. No contamination from leaks observed on food and / or food contact surfaces at time of the inspection. Discussion conducted with management and staff reference the importance of not allowing food or food contact surfaces to be contaminated by the leaking water. Roof repair underway. D6DM Notified. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling adjacent to fry station
36-36-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Condenser and shelving **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
78
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Provided establishment with health reporting requirements. Manager has a system for training but is working on proof of documentation requirements. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-03-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Rice stored in walk in cooler not covered. Prepped with salt Potatoes to be cooked stored on racks in hall not covered. Employee covered all food items with trays or payment paper. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Outer walls of walk in beer cooler in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable at entry to kitchen on left side of building.
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has build up of ice on fans, floors and door frame. Work order has been placed by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
74
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Outback Steakhouse #1268 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Outback Steakhouse #1268 on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Outback Steakhouse #1268?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Outback Steakhouse #1268.
How does Outback Steakhouse #1268 compare to other restaurants in Destin?
Outback Steakhouse #1268 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Destin average of 90.
Has Outback Steakhouse #1268's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Outback Steakhouse #1268 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Outback Steakhouse #1268 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 Outback Steakhouse #1268 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Outback Steakhouse #1268 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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