Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island
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770 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952Part of: LongHorn Steakhouse Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Island has recorded 139 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections between 2023 and 2026, including the most recent inspection on February 11, 2026. Chemical storage violations were cited repeatedly across multiple inspections. Other recurring high-priority findings included proper cooking temperatures, parasite destruction procedures, and proper hand and arm washing. The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 identified 8 violations including high-priority findings for employee health reporting, parasite destruction, and proper cooking temperatures, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 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
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl 5078 in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl 5078 in Merritt Island are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island had?
- Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl 5078 in Merritt Island has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island find?
- Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl 5078 in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on August 7, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- No, Longhorn Steaks of Merritt Isl 5078 in Merritt Island has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
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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.
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