APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR
4329 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, Venice FL 34293 · 941-497-7740
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016044054 | Sep 2, 2016 | Oct 5, 2016 | $440 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands, at sink in handicap stall in men's room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed floor ceiling vent over cooks line with dust buildup.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed 1 toilet stall in ladies room not functional.
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar area. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the ceiling vents on the cook line soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the wall and hood filters beginning to drip grease.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink at bar at 000 parts per million quaternary sanitizer. Operator drained and refilled sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzle of soda gun at bar has mold-like substance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate0 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Email operator Employee Health Agreement
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following items at under grill draw cooler: 26 orders steaks (48F - Cold Holding); 10lbs chicken breast (50F - Cold Holding); 18lbs pork ribblets (51F - Cold Holding); 7 lbs salmon (53F - Cold Holding); 8 orders ribs (50F - Cold Holding); 1.5 lbs shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); 34 orders burgers (50F - Cold Holding); 6 lbs cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items at under grill draw cooler: steaks (48F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (50F - Cold Holding); pork ribblets (51F - Cold Holding); salmon (53F - Cold Holding); ribs (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Operator voluntarily remove item from use and disposed of them.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Repeat 2-9-24Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area at wait station.
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Carbon dioxide not adequately secured at bar.
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at bar.
Carbon dioxide not adequately secured at bar.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer at door to Walk-in cooler.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles at bar and wait station, over food and equipment. Observed op remove all chemical bottles.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cooks line soiled and worn.
Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Ob spray of vegetable oil at cooks line not labeled or identified.
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.