OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE #1268
34908 EMERALD COAST PKWY, Destin FL 32541 · 850.269.1936
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025032819 | Apr 9, 2025 | May 13, 2025 | $120 |
| 6--2022000816 | Jan 3, 2022 | Jan 31, 2022 | $200 |
| 6--2021034097 | Jul 7, 2021 | Sep 9, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station. Water observed pooled on cutting board. Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash. Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut, shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale
Apr 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station. Water observed pooled on cutting board. Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash. Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut, shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale
Apr 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station. Water observed pooled on cutting board. Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash. Active leaking observed. Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing the following exposed food - Splashing observed contacting red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut, shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. Manager shut down fry station during the inspection.
Food-contact surface fry station make bar and cutting board soiled from water leaking from hood located over the entire fry station. Water observed pooled on cutting board. Food located on fry station make bar exposed to leaking water and splash. Active leaking observed. See stop sale Manager shut down fry station during the inspection.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor at and adjacent to fry station observed to have standing water from leaking fry station hood.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Hood vent activity leaking. Fry station open top make bar containing red sauce, garlic cheese sauce, white sauce, shredded coconut, shrimp, chicken, beer batter, and seasoned flour observed contaminated with leaking water. Fryer oil exposed to leaking water. See stop sale
Oct 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Heavy Ice build up observed.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles in disrepair on cook line. Broken floor tile observed.
Nov 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling / roof in disrepair as evidenced by active leaks observed over cook line and back preparation area. Leaking water contained in buckets. No contamination from leaks observed on food and / or food contact surfaces at time of the inspection. Discussion conducted with management and staff reference the importance of not allowing food or food contact surfaces to be contaminated by the leaking water. Roof repair underway. D6DM Notified.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling adjacent to fry station
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Condenser and shelving
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.