How many health inspections has APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR had?

APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?

Yes, APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR

10243 BIG BEND RD, Riverview, FL 33569

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANT PARTNERS FLORIDA LLC · License: SEA3916101

APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR in Riverview, FL has 22 inspections on record with 121 total violations (5.5 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

22Inspections

121Violations

1Closures

Data current as of April 9, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jul 26, 2023	Roach activity	12:15:00

Inspection History (22)

Apr 9, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Sep 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 27, 2023 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 27, 2023 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 26, 2023 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 11, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jul 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 12, 2022 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 9, 2021 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 18, 2021 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 12, 2021 — Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Oct 14, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Feb 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Oct 18, 2017 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Apr 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 25, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

How Does This Facility Compare?

APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Hillsborough County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.43.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR had?: APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?: Yes, APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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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