APPLEBEE'S
24467 SANDHILL BLVD, Punta Gorda FL 33983 · 9412359184
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Vacuum breaker in the incorrect location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker on the closed side (incorrect location) of the hose connected to the chemicals on the splitter. Operator placed on the open side of hose between splitter and hose.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting of cups at bar due to being stacked with no airflow. Operator removed from being stacked by separating to allow airflow.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet glass cups stacked at wait station.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in water 86F at dipper well across the cookline. Operator replaced with water at/or above 135F.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 50ppm by replacing the empty sanitizer container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water 122F at dipper well. Operator removed the utensils from water.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing vacuum breaker on splitter at interior mop sink. Operator placed vacuum breaker on the splitter at mop sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the interior of walk in cooler and freezer handles. Operator sanitized the handles.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple utensils in standing water 132F. Operator removed the utensils from the water.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. The ecolab technician has changed the dish machine to chemical sanitization due to heat sanitization inoperable.The establishment has no chlorine test strips to measure the sanitization.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple tanks not secured next to Walk in Cooler. Operator secured the tanks.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint at cookline. The employee placed hair restraint on their head.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at the end of cookline.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water 130F at frontline. Operator corrected to a minimum of 135F by increasing the temperature.
Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed forks not inverted at bar counter. Operator inverted the forks.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked at soda fountain machine. Operator removed from stacking to allow air flow to air dry.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed container at shelf near ware washing area. Operator removed the old label and sanitized the container.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Observed: Vacuum breaker in the wrong location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Operator placed in the correct location. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blender at bar area handwash sink. Operator removed the blender. Priority: Intermediate
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.