Outback Steakhouse
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
100
Score
Outback Steakhouse has been inspected 13 times since 2022. Outback Steakhouse was last inspected on Mar 23, 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 five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Restaurants in Sebring average 74, so Outback Steakhouse is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
13
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
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
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed one of the dumpsters with the bottom rusted and a hole in it. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-22: **Time Extended**
33-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed sauce bowls, ramekins and pans in the kitchen wet and not properly air dried. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-22: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in the reach in cooler torn in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
86
Jul 21, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
41
Jun 13, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
May 2, 2025
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees purse in food prep area in the back of the kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook without beard guard on, operator gave him one. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on the hoods in the kitchen and walls. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pasta noodles in the walk in cooler on the third shelve under other containers of food without a lid on the pan, operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink in the kitchen next to the cook line is leaking from the faucet.
29-11-4
78
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee in prep kitchen without a hair restraint. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of pans at dish area.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters and surrounding area heavy with grease and dripping from the hood, the hood walls and the ansul pipes. Operator stated they have a call in about the hood and exhaust not functioning properly.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken in the walk in cooler not covered. Operator corrected and covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in the dish area and around the dish scraping area heavily soiled and showing a black mold like substance.
36-27-5
78
Sep 3, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Fly ribbon over cut broccoli and potato. Operator removed. **Co **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over milk in walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on floor at condiment station . Operator terminated. Four under dishwasher area on wall. Operator states that pest control came on Sunday.
35A-05-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken at dry rack.
14-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches at coffee area. One on floor of dishwasher area. Operator states that pest control came on Sunday. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at dishwasher.
36-27-5
52
Dec 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
45
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
45
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook handle raw beef steak then change gloves without washing hands and return to cookline. Manager corrected and had employee wash hands then add new gloves. Manager corrected and had employee wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single service cup used to dispense sugar. Corrected by manager who removed item from bulk bin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates on cooler with debris on upper plates. Operator removed plates to dishwash. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed bin at clean dish dry rack with clean dishes inside and visible old food debris on bin and storage rack. Manager sent all back through dishwash. **Corrected On-Site**
24-06-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed bag of bread stored in front/ under hand towels dispenser. Manager moved to secure area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-36-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Manager sent back through dishwash. **Corrected On-Site**
16-48-4
67
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.single service cup used as scoop in bulk storage. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean dishes stored under the handsink paper towel dispenser.manager moved dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
24-27-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation, cook online. Manager had employee add beard guard wash hands before returning to work. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Manager put back through dishwash **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Outback Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Outback Steakhouse on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Outback Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Outback Steakhouse.
How does Outback Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
Outback Steakhouse most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sebring average of 74.
Has Outback Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Outback Steakhouse have averaged around five 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 four times per year on average.
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