Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland
Last inspected:
230 Arteva Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809Part of: Applebees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
The Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland has had 21 inspections on record between 2023 and October 2025, accumulating 67 violations and averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. Food contact surface violations appeared across at least 9 inspections, and chemical storage violations were cited repeatedly. The facility has never been emergency-closed. A complaint inspection on October 20, 2025 documented 12 violations including high-priority findings for chemical storage, proper cooking temperatures, and consumer advisory requirements; that inspection was completed with no further action. The most recent routine inspection on October 27, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after 2 basic food contact surface violations were noted.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 5 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland last inspected?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 27, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland had?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland find?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland was most recently inspected on October 27, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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