APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
2060 E OSCEOLA PKWY, Kissimmee FL 34743 · 407-348-2810
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in make table at end of cookline closest to reach in freezer Operator unable to determine how long pan had been in make table
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $240
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025036999 | Mar 19, 2025 | May 22, 2025 | $240 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Bottom of reach in freezer at end of cookline Door frame of walk in freezer
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle at bar handwashing sink does not work
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets hanging off of side of ice machine not inverted
Equipment in poor repair. Cracked flattop in expo area next to handwashing sink Torn gasket on reach in cooler drawer under cookline grill
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Worn grout on cookline flooring
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. 2 on cookline Operator removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning mix on bottom shelf of dry storage shelf in prep area
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in make table at end of cookline closest to reach in freezer Operator unable to determine how long pan had been in make table
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in make table at end of cookline closest to reach in freezer Operator unable to determine how long pan had been in make table
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at end of cookline
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. One on cookline Operator removed and placed wiping cloth in sanitizer
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler under cookline make table
Mar 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in drawers at cooks line Long white cutting board
Mar 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and platters at wait staff area not inverted
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep with no beard guard
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in drawers at cooks line Long white cutting board
Single-service articles improperly stored. Two cases of single serve items stored on to go storage closet
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Drain for grey water from dish machine is not draining,excess water is going into floor drain.advised operator to use triple sink
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Two out of the three toilets in the women's bathroom do not flush One out of the three men's bathroom does not flush Operator put out of order sign on doors of the stalls
Sep 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting boards on make tables at cooks line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Back side of flooring where fryers are located
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on floor of walk in freezer under the fans
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in drawers under flat top and grill on cooks line Reach in cooler by fryers
Stored food not covered. Chicken,flour and wings at reach in cooler by fryers Ice cream in ice cream reach in freezer Ice cream at walk in freezer
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink at end of cooks line by the fryers
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White medium square cutting boards on cooks line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up behind fans in walk in freezer
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. At expedite station black trays had food residue on them
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries stored over desserts at reach in cooler end of cooks line
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over flat top grill
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor of stock room off to side of expedite area
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Bag of onions stored over cut romaine at walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice scoops in pan in sink off cookline
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Several sinks Inspector sent signs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods fan
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing in still water
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