Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
12995 S Cleveland Ave Ste 101, Fort Myers, FL 33907Part of: Outback Steakhouse Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers has accumulated 99 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.8 violations per visit. The facility received a warning in June 2023 for 14 violations, including a marked exit partially blocked by a table near the server station, a fire safety hazard that required follow-up inspection. Employee health reporting and time-temperature control for cooking have been the most frequently cited violation types.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
3.8
violations / inspection
3.8 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door near server station partially blocked by table. - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-20: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door near server station partially blocked by table.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 15, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers are: Employee health reporting, Time as control, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers had?
- Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers find?
- Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on October 15, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Outback Steakhouse in Fort Myers has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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