Outback Steakhouse 0313
ACutting Edge4715 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix 85032
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-56859
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history10 on record
2026
May 21, 2026RoutinecleanA
Inspection upon request for EHR2600170No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.This inspection was conducted as an Inspection Upon Request // No violations noted at time of inspection.
May 13, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed with PIC: documentation of time as a control for food safety
Inspector's notes
Observed fruit fly pesticide stored on top of the dump sink at the bar at the time of inspection. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
Inspector's notes
Observed in-use utensil to scoop butter stored in standing water 84*F at the time of inspection. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. PIC dumped the water and stored in a clean, dry area at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed spray nozzle attached to a hose downstream of an AVB at the mop sink at the time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed spray nozzle at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A) - Priority: Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures; According to Law
Jan 5, 2026Routine1 coreA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussed with PIC: time as a control time stamping, in use utensil storage, cooling with lids off, disconnecting spray nozzle from mop sink when not in use
Inspector's notes
Observed build up by the mop sink, underneath rolling cart on the ground by mop sink with potatoes, food debris underneath the prep table by the floor drain in the BOH. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. PIC stated they will have someone cleaning these areas. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Sep 9, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed different cooling methods.
Inspector's notes
Observed the 3 bay in the bar test 0ppm of quat sanitizer. Machine did not dispense sanitizer automatically or accurately. PIC was able to switch the sanitizer out and replace the sanitizer solution in the 3 bay. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
May 22, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed by warewashing area container of sauce dishes stored as clean with food residue still on surface. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Jan 13, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.Discussion included: allowing wares to fully dry before stacking them; keeping sauce containers at the front of the line fully submerged in ice water to ensure proper cold-holding temperatures; keeping hose detached from mop sink faucet when not in use; checking sanitizer concentration of 3-compartment sink behind the bar to ensure proper sanitizer levels.
2024
Sep 10, 2024Routine1 coreA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A+" grade.Discussed removing spray nozzle from mop sink hose when not in use to prevent pressure buildup against the atmospheric vacuum breaker.
Inspector's notes
Observed reach-in portion of cold holding prep table in the back of the kitchen to be dripping condensation, creating a pool of liquid inside the unit. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. PIC said they would call to have the unit serviced. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment
Jul 10, 2024Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed in hot-holding unit cooked mushrooms at 125°F, jus at 120°F and melted butter at 115°F. PIC stated all items had been in the unit for half an hour. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. Discussed with PIC checking the water level in hot-holding units and keeping the water high enough to maintain food at 135°F or above. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
Feb 29, 2024Routine1 coreA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed temperature checking intervals for hot holding.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: James Wawrry
Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Observed a live adult roach on the hot holding bar and a live juvenile roach in the mop sink. Premise shall be maintained free of insects, rodents and pests. Eliminate harborage conditions and increase pest control treatment until the they are under control. The PIC said that they have a professional pest control service which comes once a month. Increase frequency as needed to control insects. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 1, 2023RoutinecleanA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.Discussed fruit fly deterrents.No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: James Wawryk
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →