OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
Is OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE a safe place to eat? Yes — an A grade, 98/100, at its most recent inspection on April 28, 2026. That visit logged 2 basic violations.
Its latest inspection on April 28, 2026 cited 2 basic violations. Diners give it 4.2 across 3,485 reviews. It's a American spot in Sanford. Menus here flag gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and other dietary options.
A · 98/100 · safer than 80% of Seminole County restaurants we grade
Get directions Call (407) 321-5881
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (98/100)
- Violations
- 2 total — 2 basic
- Address
- 180 HICKMAN DR, Sanford, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Steak house, American restaurant, Australian restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Gluten-free restaurant
- Price
- $20–30
- Rating
- 4.2 stars (3485 reviews)
- Seats
- 220
- Phone
- (407) 321-5881
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
Recent diners are rating this place better than the back catalogue suggests. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.5, so it reads as a strength.
The split is 21 positive to 3 negative across 24 rated reviews. Conspicuously absent: cleanliness, which no reviewer brings up. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 18 of the 24 reviewers who rated.
The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (98/100) with 2 basic violations. That inspection was on April 28, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. Ranked against Seminole County, it is safer than 80% of the restaurants we score.
Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Everything above is computed from the 24 reviews reproduced below.
Our own analysis of 24 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Consistently good food and great service.
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Good services
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Went for Father's day dinner. Lexi was our server. Though she was super sweet, it was obvious that she wasn't very experienced. Once we finally got the meal corrected, (reason for 4 stars instead of 5), it was delicious.
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Mikey was the best server! He was so knowledgeable. He recommended the Aussie Special Drink it was fantastic!
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I had no idea this location was here. It’s stuck behind buildings off the main road. But this is the best outback location I’ve been to in a long time. My kids have a new fondness for onion rings So I introduced them to the blooming onion, and the kids had no idea what they were in for. The server brought out the onion with the spicy sauce and also brought sides of ranch for the kids just in case it was too spicy for their liking. We had a great server that was very attentive to the boys. She asked if they wanted kids cups or adult size drinks. She bought two breads with butter, one for each of them. And even when we ordered a burger for them to share, she brought out a side of fries for them. That's the kind of service that you love, but don't expect when you go out to eat.
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Mathew was our server and he was amazing! Best service I have had in a very long time! Strongly advice asking for Mathew when dining in. Thank you Mathew, keep it up!
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Always a good experience at Outback.
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Our server Chase made it a great experience!
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I had a gift card, so I decided to use it today. The Awesome Blossom was delicious. The sirloin was seasoned perfectly and cooked to specification. The new cream corn is off the charts yummy.
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The food is always consistent and our go to place for steak and shrimp. I love the squash and zucchini side they offer. Yummy!
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We got the kings land & queens land pasta. Delicious!
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My honey and
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Everything was amazing except for the price. Guess I am just going to have to stay home.
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I give my experience a 4 out of 5 stars 🌟 for excellent service I received on my visit.
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Excellent variety of options, consistently delicious meals, & the 3-course meal deals are great for families. Shout out to my ultimate favorite server, Cheyenne!
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Had the steak sandwich. Lunch was great.
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We just left from date night. Our waitress kept forgetting everything. The asparagus was raw and they messed up my boyfriend’s burger. But best believe all the waitresses were talking loudly and not caring about customers bc they were too busy gossiping about them. We won’t be back. This isn’t the first time, but it’s definitely the last. We will find another Outback.
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The rare steak was not rare and I had to wait for them to do it over again. They of course tried to charge me for the second steak. Seriously?? We waited for a long time for our food and when it came incorrectly, I was so annoyed. The shrimp was good along with the bake potato. The fries was not good. I haven't been to this restaurant in years and now I remember why. I will not be going back. The drinks were ok.
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My server was Amy at your Sanford location she is very professional and excellent customer service.
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My server name was Amy at your sanford location. She is very professional and has Excellent Customer service..
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I’m not normally a beef eater, but here! Absolutely fantastic meal. Well worth every cent!
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Waiting over 15 mins just to get bread and drinks. Food took over and hour steak tasted burnt only cooked on one side. Never even flipped while cooking. Place wasn't busy and we had to waiters. Would never return
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Wow I am blown away. I took my mom and two year old with me today for Mother's Day and literally as soon as we arrived Zachary came out helped me with my mom and son as my mom is in a wheelchair and my son was zonked in the stroller. Despite it being Mother's Day we were immediately sat where the host also helped me wheel my son while I wheeled my mom. We were sat with Brandon who we have had before and he always gives PHENOMENAL service! My mom is recovering from her third stroke she had in March and some days are better than others. Today was a not so great day. All staff jumped in and helped me get my mom out to the car safely, Brandon fabulously wheeled my son out to the car, and Nicole. NICOLE!!! grabbed my things so I didn't forget anything and brought us large drinks out to the car. The when the food we ordered was ready the packed everything up with care so that we could take it to go. Everyone was so KIND. No one made me feel like a burden. This location has multiple angels! And wow I literally all I could do was cry I felt so thankful for their kindness. This has been one of the hardest times of my life and I was just seeking a normal dinner out with my mom, and wow what angels we encountered that made that happen. Please from the bottom of my heart thank you to all listed and to all who helped behind the scenes. I am now a patron for LIFE. Thank you thank you thank you
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Perfect!
Overall Score
83 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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April 28, 2026 · Routine - Food
Call Back - Complied
0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
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April 20, 2026 · Routine - Food
Warning Issued
1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 7 basic
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×3)
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
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November 7, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 7 basic
- 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: April 28, 2026