Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 3, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 87, which Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar's 70 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the expired license on display.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cellphone on the prep table. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers in the dish drying area.
24-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing lights shields at every light throughout the kitchen.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up at the bottom of the heat lamp.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler on cook line with debris build up.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on cook line.
14-33-4
70
Sep 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up in the interior of the reach in freezer on the cook line.
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop in the bulk container in the back of the kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwaves on the cook line.
23-24-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed several lights with no shields in the kitchen area.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed rusted shelves in the dry storage area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
67
May 9, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the interior of the reach in coolers and freezers on the cook line being soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in the handwashing sink near the dish machine. Discussed proper usage. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris build up on the exterior of the microwave on the cook line.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee back pack being stored above the reach in cooler in the bar area.
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. **Repeat Violation**
40-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on top of the heat lamp on the cook line. Observed grease build up on the chip warmer drawer. Observed a mold like substance on the exterior of the fountain drink dispenser in the kitchen. Observed rusted shelves in the storage area. Observed soiled gaskets in the interior of the reach in coolers on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a small leak coming from the pipe under the handwashing sink near the dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
58
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
67
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. **Time Extended**
16-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended**
14-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in expo drink area 1 fly in dish area 1 fly in prep area 1 fly in bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 1 live fly flying around the three compartment sink. Observed 3 live flies flying around the bar area. Employee was able to eradicate the flies at the bar. **Time Extended**
35A-02-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches by the ice machine next to the service area. 52 dead roaches under expo line 1 dead above expo line 1 dead in dish area 3 dead under handwashing sink 14 dead behind cooking equipment on cooks line 2 dead under heat lamp on cooks line 6 dead on cooks line 8 dead under prepsink 2 dead by mop sink 2 dead in dry storage 1 dead on oil container in dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 3 dead roaches on the oil container in the dry storage. Employee was able to remove, clean and sanitize the area. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended**
16-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors behind the cooking equipment with old food debris and build up grease. Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended**
14-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Time Extended**
33-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
52
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 17 minor violations.
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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on to-go single service lids 1 live on shelf under expo line 1 live under steam table on cooks line 1 live on oil container in dry storage **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dishwasher machine testing at 0ppm. Manager primed the machine and retested at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a server place dirty dishes in the dish machine and grabbed clean dishes without washing hands in between. Manager spoke with employee regarding proper handwashing. Discussed the importance of proper handwashing with the manager. **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in expo drink area 1 fly in dish area 1 fly in prep area 1 fly in bar **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Presence of insects, or other pests. 1 live spider in dish area 1 dead frog by three compartment sink **Warning**
35A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with no paper towels. Manager added paper towels to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with no soap. Manager added soap to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid being open. Manager closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Warning**
33-34-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed the drain to the walk in cooler and freezer draining on the floor due to a clogged drain behind the soda bibs. Observed the hose to the beer tap draining on the floor. Manager cleaned drain so that it is no longer over flowing. Manager corrected the drain so it's no longer draining on the floor in the bar area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
28-02-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches by the ice machine next to the service area. 52 dead roaches under expo line 1 dead above expo line 1 dead in dish area 3 dead under handwashing sink 14 dead behind cooking equipment on cooks line 2 dead under heat lamp on cooks line 6 dead on cooks line 8 dead under prepsink 2 dead by mop sink 2 dead in dry storage 1 dead on oil container in dry storage **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning**
16-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink with no lid placed on shelf under prep table but above clean dishes. Manager removed drink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees lunch boxes on the counter next to the ice machine. Manager had employee remove the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors behind the cooking equipment with old food debris and build up grease. Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in a reach in cooler on the cook line where ice cream is stored. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning**
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed containers with old labels with the clean dishes on the dish rack next to the dish machine. **Warning**
16-46-4
17
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopies of safe staff certificates
53B-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By walk in cooler
36-03-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing floor grout throughout kitchen. Observed broken tiles at bar
36-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. On cook line
14-33-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. From pipe under spray station at dish pit, prep sink, and bar
29-03-4
67
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: Observed missing grout throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
95
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
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 Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains 11 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 six times, more than any other issue at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar.
How does Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Temple Terrace average of 87.
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 eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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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