OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
2020 W BRANDON BLVD # 190, Brandon FL 33511 · 813.684.6283
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022003668 | Dec 6, 2021 | Feb 16, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bartender rinsing blender in hand sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with yellow liquid on dish chemical rack not labeled. Operator placed label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in mushrooms in cookline cooler. Observed in bulk sugar. Operator removed cups
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic 1/4 containers in prep area. Operator separated to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at bar.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found 4 live flies observed on the wall behind ice machine. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area.
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
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed on floor in enclosed electrical room. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at bar.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.observed in prep area. Operator placed on shelf.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Observed solidified grease on ground at outside mop sink where there is a crack in curb
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer at bar not labels. Manager removed
Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink outside. Manager replaced
Standing water in outside mop sink. Manager ran hot water and cleared line
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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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.
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
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's room stall. Manager refilled towel dispenser.
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
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under equipment in bar area
Food stored on floor. 1 box of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Manager removed the box
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
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Sent operator choking poster, printed and posted
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
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Water mixed with blood on floor of walk in cooler
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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
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
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
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing over water heater
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
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor in walk-in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed along floor in walk-in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed old food debris inside reach on cookline
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
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at chemical station
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed stored on service line Corrected -observed employee place in sanitizer bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle filled with oil not labeled on cookline
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