Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando
8850 Vineland Ave, Orlando, FL 32821
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has accumulated 174 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The restaurant previously operated as Lone Star Steakhouse and Saloon from 2015. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of warnings and callbacks: in July 2024, inspectors issued a warning and returned the next day for a callback with an extension pending, suggesting ongoing compliance issues. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. Top recurring violations include employee health reporting, consumer advisories, and food contact surface issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 18, 2026
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.89
violations / inspection
5.89 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021044484 | $200.00 | Aug 17, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2015005348 | $200.00 | Dec 8, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Water heater room. **Warning**
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.
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando last inspected?
- Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando are: Employee health reporting, Proper sewage disposal, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando had?
- Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando find?
- Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando been fined?
- Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Saltgrass Steakhouse in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon #6423 (2015).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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