LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE #5445
10030 UNIVERSITY PLAZA DR, Fort Myers FL 33913 · 239-433-0286
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On far left ice bath cook line:; sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); for one hour per operator. Operator moved all foods to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025001927 | Dec 2, 2024 | Feb 19, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under cook line and prep line equipment.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500+ppm) on back prep line.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Approximately 2 quarts draining onto ground by drain, operator contained and began cleaning area.
Grease receptacle rusted out on bottom side, leaking grease onto ground.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On front line, butter scoop in standing water 117F. Operator replaced water and turned up heater, 164F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Tops and backs of cook line equipment, fryers, ovens, shelving.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee and tea filters stored uncovered on front line.
Walk-in cooler and dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop in water 121F on front line by butter. Operator turned up heater for water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent covers with dust in walk-in cooler.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks in rack by walk-in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters uncovered on front line. Operator covered container.
Dec 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishwasher handled soiled equipment/utensils and then handled clean equipment in dishwashing area, no handwashing or glove change. Spoke with operator regarding proper handwashing when washing dishes.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee on cook line handling raw ground beef with gloves, changed gloves to work with ready-to-eat cooked chicken, no hand wash. Spoke with employee, employee properly washed hands before returning to work.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance on prep line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. One on dry seasoning rack at far end cook line, one over clean dishes in dishwashing area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer. Operator replaced bulbs.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. On cook line, cook handled raw ground beef and then replaced gloves, no handwash. Discussed with employee proper handwashing with glove use, operator removed gloves and washed hands before continuing work.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On far left ice bath cook line:; sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); for one hour per operator. Operator moved all foods to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On front line butter scoop 82F in standing water. Operator turned on heater and replaced with hot water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of oven left side cook line.
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 4 valve spitter added to mop sink missing 2 vacuum breaker on the splitter.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between prep table top and hand wash sink on the back prep area near the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed liquor shelves at the bar have a build up of dust on the shelves.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 50ppm) used to sanitize silverware. Operator replaced the sanitizer, 200ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice well cook line right:; sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (53F - Cold Holding) for three and a half hours per operator. Operator discarded the foods. Operator currently utilizes time as a public health control for other foods, discussed option of using time as a public health control for this area with operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 4 way splitter added, missing 2 vacuum breakers.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator unable to locate proof via online system at time of inspection. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Discussed employee heath with operator, operator began filling outform at time of inspection. Repeat violation.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 3 boards on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and vents on reach-in coolers on cook line facing service side.
Wine storage shelves have accumulation of soil residues in service bar.
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