Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar

8670 Hwy 98 W, Destin, FL 32550

American

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2023

Score

Low Risk

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 15, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar since Dec 15, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “no hot water for the facility provided” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Destin restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2023

Complaint Partial

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No hot water for the facility provided . Hot water heater out of service. Water temperatures as follows Front bar 71/ 68/69F , men's restroom 67/66F , kitchen hand wash sink 69/68F **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

27-16-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Restaurant hot water heater out of service. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-08-4

Dec 1, 2023

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: No proof of state approved employee training in place at time of the callback inspection. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No hot water for the facility provided. Hot water heater out of service. Water temperature at hand wash sinks as follows: Restroom 66F, Bar 73F, kitchen 65F Triple Sink 65/66F Hand sanitizer provided at hand wash sinks. Dishwasher able to heat water for ware washing . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: At time of the callback No hot water provided for facility. **Time Extended**

27-16-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water Heater out of service **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-01: Upon callback Water heater out of service. **Time Extended**

29-08-4

Oct 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Grilled chicken 138F, (2:00-3:20). Manager discarded chicken instead of reheating. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair near back door of kitchen. Ceiling tile has water stain and ripped. **Repeat Violation**

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen near cook line soiled. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water on left side of ice machine in front of right side of 3 compartment sink. Standing water in walk way of walk in cooler.

36-22-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust under ware washing area , near 3 compartment sink area and near mo sink area. **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Mar 7, 2023

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Sep 29, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar on file is from Dec 15, 2023. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “no hot water for the facility provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar.

How does Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Destin?

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Destin average of 90.

Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & 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.

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