OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
4510 SR 64 E, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.748.7783
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
SEP 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler raw ground beef over beef steak. Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw ground beef over pork steaks.Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed on cooks line melted butter time stamped use by 8/4/26 10:45pm. Person in charge discarded. Observed on cooks line bacon butter and fresh garlic butter not time stamped. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed on cooks line reach in cooler by grill cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); roast beef (53F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (52F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been in reach in cooler longer than 4 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on cooks line reach in cooler by grill cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding); roast beef (53F - Cold Holding); Alfredo sauce (52F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated they had been in reach in cooler longer than 4 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded product.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale.observed on cooks line melted butter time stamped use by 8/4/26 10:45pm. Person in charge discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed on cooks line bacon butter and fresh garlic butter not time stamped. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Stored food not covered.observed in waitstaff beverage area cut fruit not covered. Person in charge covered.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: Floor area covered with standing water by walk-in cooler,back oven and dishwasher area.Person in charge mopped floors. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employe
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed mold on reach in cooler gasket on waitstaff line.
Stored food not covered.observed cut fruit on waitstaff line not covered. Person in charge covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves and meat reach in cooler on cooks line with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. observed in walk-in cooler cooked sweet potatoes (49F - Cooling). Person in charge stated they were placed in reach in cooler on 7/31/25 and voluntarily discarded potatoes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in walk-in cooler cooked sweet potatoes (49F - Cooling). Person in charge stated they were placed in reach in cooler on 7/31/25 and voluntarily discarded potatoes.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense flour in back kitchen area.Person in charge removed container.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hair restraint and washed hands.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: Floor area covered with standing water by walk-in cooler,back oven and dishwasher area. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves and meat reach in cooler on cooks line with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 29, 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/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw ground beef over cooked pork. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed Raw ground beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in reach in cooler raw ground beef over beef steak. Person in charge removed raw ground beef.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Person in charge filled paper towel.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: Floor area covered with standing water by walk-in cooler.Person in charge mopped.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in back kitchen area by dishwasher food containers wet nesting. Person in charge separated pans. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on south end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in front kitchen area by Togo food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation in front kitchen area. Employee put on beard guard and washed hands.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple food storage containers on rack in back kitchen area wet nesting. Person in charge placed all in soiled dish area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in front of blooming station,Walk in freezer and soiled dish area in main kitchen area.
Multiple Single-service articles improperly stored upright in dry storage area in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over fryers in front kitchen area over fryers and grill hood filters soiled with grease.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from pipe in Handwashing sink in front kitchen area.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection 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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Water leaking from pipe in Handwashing sink in back kitchen area.
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