Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
90
Score
Across the available record, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Feb 18, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about five violations before that.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
Among Inverness restaurants, the typical score is 83; Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under kitchen equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Gaskets on reach in cooler doors in cook line area
23-03-4
90
Nov 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Multiple vents in dining room Walk in freezer floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-34-5
95
Aug 18, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Barbara expired 8/2/2025
53B-14-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor soiled Floors in bar area under equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. 2 microwaves above salad station
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled. Walk in cooler fan guards Soda gun holsters
23-03-4
78
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in beer cooler. Manager dated 3/15. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Cheyenne
53B-14-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Multiple reach in coolers in cook line area. Employees started cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-16-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored above washed/prepped lemons. Operator moved lemons to ready to eat storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
74
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
29
Oct 16, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Interior of soda gun nozzle in bar area. Employee cleaned nozzle during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled in walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
86
Jul 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies on top of microwave in cook line area 1 live fly on counter in bar area
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Last changed 6/2022
29-28-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Keg walk in cooler
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled in walk in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Gaskets on multiple reach in coolers in cook line area
23-03-4
67
May 3, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under soda bibb rack Walk in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-03: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
95
Apr 28, 2023
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed the condenser on the ceiling of the walk in cooler dripping consistently from the fan area onto the floor. No observation of the water splashing onto any food products. Operator placed bucket under the area of concern to catch the condensation. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
28-02-4
Basic - Floor area covered with standing water. In walk in cooler due to condensation from condenser. Operator had employee squeegee water and placed bucket beneath drip. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under soda bibb rack Walk in freezer **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled. Soda gun holster in bar. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
23-03-4
78
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow chemical spray bottle
41-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Salad prep cooler
22-16-4
86
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 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. marinara sauce (120F - Hot Holding) Operator reheated sauce in microwave 165F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flying insects in soda Bibb area
35A-02-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under soda bibb rack
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Keg lines in keg cooler soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler under cash register in bar area Reach in cooler with slide top lid in bar area
14-33-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling with exposed rafters, wooden shelving unit and unsealed concrete floors in storage area out of the back door of the kitchen area storing single service items.
36-37-5
61
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 Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar.
How does Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Inverness?
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Inverness average of 83.
Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & 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 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.
How often is Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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