Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey
Last inspected:
8537 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654Part of: Applebees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Applebee's location in New Port Richey has accumulated 161 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appear repeatedly in the inspection record, with hand-washing failures, chemical storage violations, and consumer advisory failures cited across multiple inspections. Employee health reporting violations were documented in at least 3 separate inspections, and food contact surface violations appear in nearly every inspection cycle, indicating systemic management issues rather than isolated lapses.
The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. A disciplinary action resulted in $200 in state fines. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 was complaint-based and resulted in 14 violations including three high-priority findings—hand-washing failures, improper chemical storage, and missing consumer advisories—but was completed with no further action required. The prior routine inspection on October 10, 2025 cited 20 violations including high-priority failures in parasite destruction, chemical storage, cooking temperatures, and food contact surface sanitation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019002976 | $200.00 | Dec 3, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 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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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey last inspected?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations at Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey had?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey find?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey ever been shut down?
- No, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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.
- Has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey been fined?
- Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar in New Port Richey has been fined a total of $200.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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