Outback Steakhouse

1950 Nw Courtyard Circle, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Outback Steakhouse stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Port St. Lucie restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Dec 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle at bar. Manager removed and replaced with new one. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler where floor tile is cracked.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler. Manager provided invoice for tiles to be serviced. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-17-5

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong hanging off handle on cook's line. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Mar 5, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked ribs (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); chili (47F - Cold Holding) manager states cooler was checked at lunch and temping properly. Manager called work order in for walk in cooler, should be out in 30 minutes to fix it. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of walk in cooler.

29-49-6

Oct 12, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In kitchen area

36-03-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Next to fryers **Corrected On-Site**

29-18-4

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Cold water handle not operating at hand sink by dish pit.

29-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on the floor in freezer. Manager states work order is in. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Mar 29, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 47f cold holding , Sour cream 57f cold holding , cheese shredded 50f cold holding Sour cream 40f cold holding , shredded cheese 40f cold holding , rice 45f put ice on and put in walk in **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In freezer

14-69-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored.boxes of lids and bags in storage area **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed over washed produce **Corrected On-Site**

08B-17-4

Nov 1, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal insert in front sink **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Corrected On-Site**

14-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of dome lids stored on floor **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under dishwasher

36-27-5

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Mop sink

29-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Outback Steakhouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Outback Steakhouse on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains 10 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 Port St. Lucie?

Outback Steakhouse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.

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 low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Outback 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 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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