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APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR

10601 COUNTY LINE RD, Spring Hill FL 34609 · 561.268.5732

Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats242
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3701058
Grade history
FEB 25
FEB 25
MAR 25
AUG 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach antenna on wall near dishmachine area. Operator sprayed pest eliminating spray on area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink by the grill on the cook line. The employee moved the drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The fan guards in the walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. 1 container with old food still on it. The operator moved the container to the dishwashing area to be rewashed.
Basic/16-48-4/Corrective Action Taken
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Sean B., Samantha B., Tatiana D., Coralys A., Kathelyn G., Chasity H., Abigail H., Sylvia J., Joseph J., Jennifer M., Delores N., Christina N., Christopher P., Cynthia P., Jaclyn S., Richard S., Camerin T., Zachary W.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Nonfood-contact surfaces, the fans in the walk-in cooler, were soiled with dust and rust.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Employee closed the dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 25 dead insects with wings in the north dining area that is sectioned off in establishment on floors, walls, and a table. Operator started to clean and sanitize area. Treatment is being conducted at this time.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach antenna on wall near dishmachine area. Operator sprayed pest eliminating spray on area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb on hose to the right of the dish machine area. Discussed in depth with operators.
High priority/29-34-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender items stored in handwash sink in bar. Operator moved out of handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at handwash sink off cook line. Operator started to replace soap.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed three employees preparing food items without a beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4

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.