Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
50
Score
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
Looking across the full record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar's latest score of 50 falls below the Tampa average of 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast to be served for service at 94 f, manager discarded chicken breast and had a new one cooked to 165 f **Corrected On-Site**
03C-44-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rack of ribs in reach in cooler under grill at 61f, not in cooler more than 4 hours, manager chose to throw them away immediately
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rack of ribs in reach in cooler under grill at 61f, not in cooler more than 4 hours, manager chose to throw them away immediately. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes hot holding at 121 f prepped at 2:15 pm temp taken 3:00pm second temp 131f, manager placed potatoes in steamer to reheat to 165f. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans in ware washing area stacked wet , manager separated pans to dry properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.observed unwashed strawberries over washed lettuce in walk in cooler , manager moved items to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
50
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled in dish pit. 1 soda gun at bar area soiled inside of gun. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold-like substance inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO tank in back storage area not secured. Employee secured tank during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Located in front line cook and in Dish machine area. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Large oil storage tank and rack in back kitchen soiled with oil. Some gaskets in front line cook Reach in cooler soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside some Reach in coolers on front line cook. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
70
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
61
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on kitchen floor adjacent to fryers. Operator removed 1 roach, cleaned, and sanitized area. 1 live roach on door frame to mop sink. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area. 1 live roach at bar area behind syrup cabinet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: Approximately 12 live roaches in reach in cooler gasket at end of cooks line. 1 live roach by walk in cooler door under shelf **Time Extended** **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 3 cutting boards with deep cuts located next to Dish machine. Operator disposed of cutting boards during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: Operator discarded **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on dry storage rack adjacent to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor and walls on front cook line heavily soiled with food and grease debris. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelves on front cook line heavily soiled with food debris. Wire shelves next to fryers soiled with grease. Bottom shelf beneath steam machine in back kitchen soiled with grease. Operator began cleaning some areas during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside of multiple Reach in coolers adjacent to front cook line have standing water. Operator removed all standing water during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 20 dead roaches on kitchen floor adjacent to grill. 14 dead roaches inside unused Reach in cooler drawer adjacent to grill. 9 dead roaches on kitchen floor of front line cook adjacent to fryers. 3 dead roaches beneath steam machine in back kitchen area. 14 dead roaches on oil storage container and metal shelf. 2 dead roaches on floor next to Walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-05: 1 dead roach under reach in cooler at end of hot line 1 dead roach in cooler drawer 1 dead roach in box in dry storage Operator removed all dead roaches and sanitized area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
61
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
95
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested above 100 ppm. Employee added water to remake to 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in bar area not landing in food area.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 1 employee training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer on cooks line
14-69-4
64
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing 5 employee trainings.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wash rags being dumped and containers being filled.
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Drinking In back kitchen
12B-02-4
70
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 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” 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 Tampa?
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
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 six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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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