Outback Steakhouse
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Outback Steakhouse stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to nine violations.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Outback Steakhouse's latest score is in line with the Winter Springs average of 76. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -entire ceiling in dish machine area
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -cold holding unit in kitchen line -standing cold holding box shelves show signs of rust and pitting
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -floor tiles missing and in disrepair next to fryer
36-17-5
86
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cooler in expo station **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - 1 stall missing in women's restroom
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - corner area at front bar **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. - 1 baffle damaged
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. - walk in freezer
36-62-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed mushrooms over cut lettuce **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
67
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - in bar area **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - purse on food prep counter in bar area **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - reach in cooler in server area. Door opening soiled **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. - operator sent to rewash **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - below dish machine - soda gun in bar leaking causing water dripping onto unused bar equipment.
29-11-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. - salmon **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
58
Apr 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -high temperature test strips not available
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - water softener room
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. - stains and ceiling tile framing grids rusted and pitted throughout kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. - 1 dead in electrical room
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - microwave no handle
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - beer walk in cooler
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - in cook station, cracked tiles and missing grout
36-17-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - baker oven - saute cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
47
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket stored in hand sink in dish area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling throughout the entire kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored with clean utensils on expo.
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dish machine area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Back prep area
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
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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 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Outback Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Outback Steakhouse.
How does Outback Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Winter Springs?
Outback Steakhouse most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Springs average of 76.
Has Outback Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Outback Steakhouse have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the 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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