Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater
Last inspected:
30180 N Us Hwy 19, Clearwater, FL 33761Part of: Applebees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has accumulated 288 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Fire inspections documented two violations, including exposed electrical wiring from hot holding equipment and a portable fire extinguisher with a depleted gauge. Top recurring violations involved improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015008368 | $400.00 | Jan 23, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Electrical wire from exposed hot holding equipment hanging and touching wet floor. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only by entrance to kitchen
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections35 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater last inspected?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater had?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater find?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater been fined?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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