Outback Steakhouse in Tampa

Last inspected:

11950 Sheldon Rd, Tampa, FL 33626

Part of: Outback Steakhouse Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Outback Steakhouse in Tampa has accumulated 136 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down or faced fines, but inspection records show a pattern of repeated callbacks and compliance issues from 2022 through 2024, with warnings issued and administrative complaints recommended on multiple occasions. The most frequently cited violations involve employee health reporting, proper ventilation, and single-use items. Recent inspections in 2025 and early 2026 show improved compliance with minimal violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
136Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Outback Steakhouse in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Outback Steakhouse in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Outback Steakhouse in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Outback Steakhouse in Tampa last inspected?
Outback Steakhouse in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Outback Steakhouse in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Outback Steakhouse in Tampa are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Outback Steakhouse in Tampa had?
Outback Steakhouse in Tampa has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Outback Steakhouse in Tampa find?
Outback Steakhouse in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Outback Steakhouse in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Outback Steakhouse in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

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