Outback Steakhouse

4220 S Tamiami Trl, Venice, FL 34293

Steakhouse

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Outback Steakhouse seven times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

Looking across the full record, “certified food manager or person” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Venice sits at 79, putting Outback Steakhouse on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

36-27-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Jan 17, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 22, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-07-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.

11-05-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Oct 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.

11-05-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on counter by wait staff are and soda machine.

12B-07-4

Jul 5, 2023

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter 67F and shredded cheese 59F on wait staff side of cooks line. Operator stated item were only taken out of refrigerator 1 hour prior. Observed operator fill ice bath holders with more ice to cool items to proper temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Observed operator replace paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed insulation by interior of Walk-in cooler door is exposed with mold-like substance growth.

23-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 101F on front of cooks line wait staff side. Observed operator remove utensils to be washed and refilled container with 155F water. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Jan 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 16, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on rack by dishwasher area soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-16: Observed some cutting boards are still in operation at time of inspection. **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-16: Observed operator has order measuring device. **Time Extended**

16-62-1

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting boards on rack by dishwasher area have cut marks and are no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-16: Observed some cutting boards have been removed from operation. **Time Extended**

14-09-4

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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 Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Outback Steakhouse?

Across the inspection record, “certified food manager or person” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Outback Steakhouse.

How does Outback Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Venice?

Outback Steakhouse most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 79.

Has Outback Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Outback Steakhouse 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 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 two times per year on average.

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