Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar
Last inspected: Oct 1, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 1, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average is 81, putting Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed an employee wash their hands without soap. Operator had them rewash their hands with soap. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on top of the dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
82
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the outside of the dish machine. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator did not have their license available to see. Operator had it emailed to them and printed out. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
90
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
95
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on the top of the dishwasher.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on multiple ceiling ents in the establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed multiple utensil with their handles in contact with the food. Operator removed the handles. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 120F water. Operator removed the utensils and replaced the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper stored over the coffee station.
35B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris build up on the interior of the cook line reach in freezer.
22-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
36-50-4
70
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed food debris build up on the exterior of the dishwasher. Operator cleaned off the exterior. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vent in the kitchen with black build up.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop with the handle touching food in a container of almonds. Operator removed handle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper stationed above the coffee machine and drink counter.
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the right side equipment on the cook line with a build up of grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the alcohol walk in cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
74
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.Observed sink and surface 11.76.
41-15-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensils handles inside of the almond and rice noodle containers. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at bar area has no sign. Manager corrected by adding sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand-wash sinks faucet lever causes water to splash on adjacent surfaces. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Single use items in outside shed on floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fans inside of walk in cooler and freezer had dust buildup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
67
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Smart Power sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket DDBSA 840, corrected to 700. **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed Manager agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve disposable cups on floor in dry storage floor. Manager corrected by removing. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters unprotected in dry storage area. Manager corrected by inverting. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust on Walkin Freezer fan cover.
36-50-4
67
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar on file is from Oct 1, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar.
How does Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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