Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven
Last inspected:
201 Cypress Garden Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880Part of: Applebees Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has accumulated 164 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility has not been shut down. Improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and chemical storage violations are the most frequently cited issues. In September 2024, inspectors issued an administrative complaint following 11 violations and returned the next day for compliance verification.
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 Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.27
violations / inspection
3.27 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024069194 | $200.00 | Sep 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Next to backdrop.
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.
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven had?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven find?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on August 27, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- No, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 Winter Haven had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven been fined?
- Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Winter Haven operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar (2016).
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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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