Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar

10601 County Line Rd, Spring Hill, FL 34609
American
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar has been inspected 14 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Spring Hill restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink by the grill on the cook line. The employee moved the drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The fan guards in the walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. 1 container with old food still on it. The operator moved the container to the dishwashing area to be rewashed. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-48-4
82
Aug 11, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Sean B., Samantha B., Tatiana D., Coralys A., Kathelyn G., Chasity H., Abigail H., Sylvia J., Joseph J., Jennifer M., Delores N., Christina N., Christopher P., Cynthia P., Jaclyn S., Richard S., Camerin T., Zachary W.
53B-14-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed the dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surfaces, the fans in the walk-in cooler, were soiled with dust and rust.
23-03-4
82
Mar 3, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 21, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 19, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 25 dead insects with wings in the north dining area that is sectioned off in establishment on floors, walls, and a table. Operator started to clean and sanitize area. Treatment is being conducted at this time. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach antenna on wall near dishmachine area. Operator sprayed pest eliminating spray on area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
74
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb on hose to the right of the dish machine area. Discussed in depth with operators.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender items stored in handwash sink in bar. Operator moved out of handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Jun 12, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off cook line. Operator started to replace soap. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-06-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed three employees preparing food items without a beard guard.
13-04-4
86
Mar 10, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior door next to the dry storage area. Weather strip is broken. Operator stated they will replace it.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed underside of dishmachine area soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris. Employee started to clean and sanitize area. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
90
Aug 26, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Mgr cannot get into system **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen, water dripping from pipe onto floor. Plumber had been called, operator will put buckets under drips **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. 3 on cook line **Warning**
22-08-4
82

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 Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar.

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

Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Spring Hill average of 84.

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 two 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.

How often is Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar is inspected around four times per year on average.