Longhorn Steakhouse in Riverview, Florida, received a notification from inspectors on August 26, 2024, before rectifying several violations during a recent visit from state authorities.
The popular steak restaurant, located at 12974 S US Hwy 301 in Hillsborough County, was cited for 12 violations during a routine food inspection.
What Happened During The Inspection?
The inspection report revealed 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 7 basic violations.
According to state records, high-priority infractions included live flying insects in the kitchen and food preparation areas, as well as time/temperature issues with butter containers at the server station.
The Inspector also observed multiple flies throughout the establishment, including one on a container of mayo in dry storage, four in the dry storage area, two in the prep area, and three in the dishwashing area.
Meanwhile, intermediate violations involved a handwash sink being used for purposes other than handwashing, while basic violations ranged from unsuitable food storage to plumbing infractions.