Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar

2547 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show six inspections at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “rodent bait stations”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar's 86 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer in dish machine at 0ppm. The sanitizer container was found to be low. The PIC changed the sanitizer; primed the unit; and the sanitizer dispensed properly. Ensure that sanitizer is at proper concentration according to manufacturer’s directions

4-501.114(A-E)

Oct 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed outside enclosed dumpster area with three open glue traps around water heater unit; another three black open catching rodent traps. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC will remove all open glue and open rodent traps. =====Rodent bait shall be contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station

7-206.12

Apr 1, 2025

Routine

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

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Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station (corrected on site)

7-206.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed more than 50 live flies all around the outdoor staging areas: including dumpster; drains; and water heater areas. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). =======If pest are found, approved means of pest control are used

6-501.111(C)

Sep 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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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 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “rodent bait stations” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar.

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

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar most recently scored 86 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 one violation 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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