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Outback Steakhouse

6266 Lantana Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33463
Steakhouse
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
35
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Outback Steakhouse has 12 inspections in the public record. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Lake Worth restaurant, which scores around 77. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

12
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
64
Jul 14, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
64
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
26
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
33
Jul 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
55
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...bleach spray bottle stored by the syrup at bar. Manager moved bleach bottle **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit..rib 61° in sauté reach in cooler between cooking equipment at kitchen. Rib being held more than 4 hours .
01B-02-5
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired...Manager set up 3 compartment sink .
22-57-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit..rib 61° in sauté reach in cooler between cooking equipment at kitchen. Rib being held more than 4 hours . Stop sale issue . Employee discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored nozzle stored in hand washing sink at bar . Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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.
53B-13-5
45
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1. ribs stored on line 47°F, overstocked in pan. Operator corrected to proper size pan. 2. Cheese stored on line over stocked 47°F. Operator removed excess. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1. Ice machine observed with build up. 2. Knife rack observed with build up.
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored in employee. rest room.
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in back kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed on top of cook line. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Walk in cooler vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
61
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator emptying machine to start cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Outback Steakhouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Outback Steakhouse on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Outback Steakhouse?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Outback Steakhouse.

How does Outback Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Lake Worth?

Outback Steakhouse most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Worth average of 77.

Has Outback Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Outback Steakhouse have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Outback Steakhouse means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Outback Steakhouse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Outback Steakhouse is inspected around three times per year on average.

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