Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar

2180 E Baseline Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85042

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar six times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

By comparison, the average Phoenix facility scores 97, putting Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Approved-Materials (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hose at mop sink with AVB with pressure sprayer on with water handles left on. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC turned handles off. ==Discussed removing the nozzle from the hose when it is not in use to ensure that the water is turned off and does not create pressure on the AVB

5-201.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed 20+ Flies, Gnatt's and Spiders all over kitchen back area mop sink; three compartment sink; dish pit area and front of house. Notified Person IN Charge (PIC). ====If pest are found, approved means of pest control are used such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under §§ 7-202.12, 7-206.12, and 7-206.13;

6-501.111(C)

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Observed all prep coolers located near the cook line missing an exterior cover plate on the front side. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was training staff and a verification breakdown which resulted in the violation

4-501.11

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employee handling dirty equipment two separate times in the ware wash area went to handle food items without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was asked to wash hands and did so. Ensure that employees wash hands after engaging in activities that may contaminate hands

2-301.14

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: There is excessive soil residue and liquid that looks like mold on the floor under the equipment in the bar area. Ensure that physical facility is cleaned as frequently as necessary

6-501.12

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Uncooked ribs stored over tortillas and cheese in the walk in cooler. *The ribs were in a deep covered container and the cheese and tortillas were packaged. PIC relocated the ribs to proper location. Ensure that food is protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, display

3-302.11(A3-8)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: There is a leak at the facet and below the pipe at the dump sink in the bar area. Ensure that the plumbing is properly repaired

5-205.15(B)

Apr 2, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floor is in disrepair with broken and missing floor tiles that have standing water present in the rear prep area. The grout is in disrepair and missing in multiple areas throughout the kitchen. Ensure that floor is repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface

6-201.11

Oct 17, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 15, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor in the kitchen/prep area in front of the fryer has multiple broken floor tiles with standing water/grease residue present. The floor throughout the kitchen has grout that is missing. Ensure that floor is repaired properly to a smooth and easily cleanable surface

6-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Applebee's 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 Applebee's 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 Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar inspected?

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

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