LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE OF FT
13701 S TAMIAMI TRL, Fort Myers FL 33912 · 239-437-3395
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found. 10 in far back dry storage on boxes, 12 on wall at right side entrance to kitchen closer to bar, approximately 20 under sink far right corner of bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024072129 | Nov 7, 2024 | Apr 24, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. On cook line at entrance over single service to go containers. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line drop in cooler with ice shredded cheddar cheese (50F - Cold Holding); sour cream (54F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding) for 1 hour per operator. Operator moved foods deeper into ice and labeled for 4 hour discard.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Only handwash sink in bar is blocked for full access in far right corner. Only labeled handwash sink in bar area inaccessible near triple sink and ice bin is mostly blocked with large beer reach-in cooler and is no longer readily accessible, and can not be made accessible at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf over pass through window with accumulation of dust and debris.
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come onto cook line after donning uniform and touching bare body, don gloves no handwash. Spoke with employee, hands were properly washed before beginning work.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500+ppm) under microwave table. Operator diluted to 300ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Far corner cook line, blocked with speed rack. Operator cleared path for handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Hugocsar and Luis hired more than 60 days as cooks no proof of training.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling in dishwashing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust under microwave table in corner of kitchen entrance and far corner across from handwash sink.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 10 in far back dry storage on boxes, 12 on wall at right side entrance to kitchen closer to bar, approximately 20 under sink far right corner of bar.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath bar equipment, soiled with debris/slime.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On prep table with food under microwave cook line.
Nov 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cook line flip top cooler at entrance to kitchen, cooked chicken wraps (48F - Cold Holding); cooked macaroni and cheese (45F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator iced down foods.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Two way splitter added, missing vacuum breaker at hose connection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago, also expired certificates. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Renato, David, Pablo, Miguel, Sam, Lauren all either expired on hired over 60 days no proof of training.
Accumulation of debris on top of warewashing machine.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 100ppm) on cook line, prep line, dishwashing area. Operator replaced all buckets, 200ppm.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line drop in cooler by fryer: cooked macaroni and cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken tortillas (46F - Cold Holding) for 2 hours per operator. Operator divided foods and moved warmer portions to bottom section of cooler for quick cooling.
Operator unable provide 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 at time of inspection. Partial proof provided through call-off log. 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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above dishwashing area, ice machine in kitchen, above cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line at entrance, utensils in standing water 112F.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. In bar area over foods, on cook line next to foods, on service line next to napkins. Operator removed all sanitizer to proper storage.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection 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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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in a crockpot on make table at 137 F but water is heavily soiled with food debris. Operator changed water.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Build up,of grease, and mold like substance on ceiling vents on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system has a heavy build up of grease. Repeat from 01-31-2024
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside beer cooler behind bar. Repeat from 01-31-2024
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 00ppm); operator discarded and refilled to: Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm)
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee loading dishes into the dish machine with gloved hands and then while wearing the same soiled gloves, unloaded the clean and sanitized dishes from the machine. Glove change and hand washing was needed. Discussed with operator the need for,hand washing and proper glove change.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Carlos Matta 01-04-2019 and expired on 01-04-2024
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance inside soda nozzle on the inside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy build up of grease on exhaust hood system and filters.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in walk in cooler rusted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside draft beer cooler behind bar.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Next to back prep table. Repeat from 04-20-2023
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