Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven
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170 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880Part of: Outback Steakhouse Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven operates under Risk Level 2 licensing and has recorded 24 inspections since 2016 with 118 total violations, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. A fire safety violation issued in May 2015 documented an exit door that was locked and hasp locks on the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer in the kitchen area. Recent inspections show variable compliance: the March 13, 2025 routine inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after 3 violations including one high-priority violation related to proper hand and arm washing; a subsequent call back on March 17, 2025 documented compliance. The most recent inspection on December 2, 2025 was completed with no further action required, with 4 basic violations noted.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-04-4 · Warning Issued
Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven had?
- Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven find?
- Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- No, Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Outback Steakhouse in Winter Haven has 1 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).
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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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