LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE OF CYPRESS CREEK # 5085
6225 N ANDREWS AVE, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 · 954-267-0702
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 2 small flying insects on wall above triple sink. Approximately 3 small flying insects on wall in dry storage room. Did not observe any flying insects land on food or food contact surfaces.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015033751 | Jul 2, 2015 | Aug 12, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on cart in prep area. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 1 live roach on top of three compartment sink in ware washing area with cut lettuce being prepared in three compartment sink.Cross contamination not observed. Observed approximately 15 live roaches behind 3 compartment sink on wall Observed 2 live roaches in between cove molding and wall in ware washing area Observed 1 live roach on wall in ware washing area. Observed 1 live roach on pipe in prep area next to ware washing area Observed 1 live roach on ground in dry produce storage area
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground in prep area
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of bar reach in cooler doors soiled
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer tested at 0ppm quaternary. Operator remade and retested at 200ppm quaternary
Aug 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook touched raw chicken then handled clean utensils and ready to eat food without first washing hands. Reviewed proper procedures and employee washed hands.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 2 small flying insects on wall above triple sink. Approximately 3 small flying insects on wall in dry storage room. Did not observe any flying insects land on food or food contact surfaces.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead under triple sink. 1 dead under rolling cart in front of triple sink. Operator removed and cleaned the areas.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Several areas of establishment with standing water - Cookline, dish area, back prep room, expo area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all dry storage room shelving, under takeout station cabinet, all corners of bar, behind ice machine, under triple sink, under back prep tables.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Discussed with operator and employee. Employee re washed hands for 10-15 seconds
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bags stored on top of single service items in dry storage, on cook line. Employees properly stored
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at 2 door stainless on cook line. Operator states service call is in
Interior of broiler has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon stored overnight package or RTE spinach in walk-in freezer. Operator stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line grill station butter (45F - Cold Holding) sour cream (55F - Cold Holding) store on cook line in well with no ice.per operator removed from walk-in cooler and placed on line less than 2 hours. Operator voluntarily discarded.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of bread stored on walk-in freezer floor. Operator elevated
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Operator turned water on
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle used to scoop cut Brussel spout. Operator removed.
Interior of/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cook line. Employee clean and sanitize
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer. Operator discarded contents of spray bottle.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on beard guard
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of spoon in contact with shredded cheddar cheese. Operator removed
Aug 30, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork (44-57F - Cold Holding) on cook line drawer. Per operator remove from walk-in cooler to line.not portion or prep today out of temperature less than 2 hours employee in walk-in cooler. Observed butter (61F - Cold Holding) sitting out at room temperature on counter. Per operator not portion o r pre today held out or temperature less then three hours. Operator had butter melted. Discussed putting on time temperature control or place in ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Located at mop sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license expired December 1 2023
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with flour. Operator removed.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observer bar dishwasher at 0ppm chlorine. Observed technician come during inspection to fix machine, dish machine now 50-100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. observed hand washing sink being used as a dump sink, as evidenced by ice in sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin, at bar.
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