Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa
Last inspected:
4006 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33614Part of: Applebees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa has accumulated 193 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. In December 2024, inspectors conducted four consecutive emergency order callbacks over two days, finding continued non-compliance with violations including improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and chemical storage issues. Top recurring violations involve ventilation (20 citations), consumer advisory failures (17), and improper chemical storage (16).
Most recent closure: July 14, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.68
violations / inspection
5.68 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026050430 | $400.00 | Jul 14, 2026 | Tampa | |
| 3--2025001841 | $400.00 | Dec 5, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 5 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative determination recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa last inspected?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa last shut down?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa was last shut down on July 14, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa had?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa find?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa been fined?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Tampa has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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.
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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