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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

2020 W BRANDON BLVD # 190, Brandon FL 33511 · 813.684.6283

Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats241
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3907414
Grade history
AUG 24
APR 25
AUG 25
MAY 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 live, non-winged, undetermined species of small white colored insects observed on floor, wall, and hoses behind and under dump sink in bar area. Operator contacted pest control, and began cleaning the area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2022003668Dec 6, 2021Feb 16, 2022$200

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bartender rinsing blender in hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with yellow liquid on dish chemical rack not labeled. Operator placed label.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in mushrooms in cookline cooler. Observed in bulk sugar. Operator removed cups
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic 1/4 containers in prep area. Operator separated to dry.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at bar.
Basic/29-17-4/Return visit Aug 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 4 live flies observed on the wall behind ice machine. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in chef base cooler. Operator moved shrimp higher
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed electrical cord sitting in drink ice at bar ice bin. Operator discarded ice.
High priority/01B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed on floor in enclosed electrical room. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at bar.
Basic/29-17-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.observed in prep area. Operator placed on shelf.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed solidified grease on ground at outside mop sink where there is a crack in curb
High priority/28-14-5
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee was a transfer from another location, computer showed food safety training not started.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer at bar not labels. Manager removed
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink outside. Manager replaced
Basic/29-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in outside mop sink. Manager ran hot water and cleared line
Basic/29-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at spigot near 3 compartment sink. No vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 28, 2024 · Time Extended
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 live, non-winged, undetermined species of small white colored insects observed on floor, wall, and hoses behind and under dump sink in bar area. Operator contacted pest control, and began cleaning the area.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at spigot near 3 compartment sink. No vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's room stall. Manager refilled towel dispenser.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food pans wet nesting in dish area. Manager separated the dishes to allow for proper drying
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under equipment in bar area
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. 1 box of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Manager removed the box
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment hinge. Tongs stored on corner of toaster. Manager removed tongs to dish area, replaced with clean tongs in a container to hold the tongs
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent operator choking poster, printed and posted
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of salt in dry storage not labeled. Manager placed liable on container
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water mixed with blood on floor of walk in cooler
Basic/36-22-4
Aug 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed brooms and dustpans stored in front of hand sink in prep area Corrected -observed employee remove
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed final rinse temp at 117 degrees F. Observed employee set up 3-compartment sink Tested sanitizer at 272ppm Lactic acid
Intermediate/22-56-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing over water heater
Basic/36-36-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected-observed employee voluntarily discard
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor in walk-in cooler
Basic/36-22-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed along floor in walk-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food debris inside reach on cookline
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed sanitizing solution with food debris and visible soil under prep table adjacent to walk-in cooler
Basic/21-11-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at chemical station
Basic/29-11-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed stored on service line Corrected -observed employee place in sanitizer bucket
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle filled with oil not labeled on cookline
Basic/02D-01-5

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.