APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
4835 FLORIDA AVE S, Lakeland FL 33813 · 863-701-7400
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections within 5 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall at shelving in dish pit.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of the exterior of the dishwasher.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Back Prep area.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen/dishwasher area. The paper towels was replaced.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the dry storage area.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Stalks of celery. The manager had the employees to stop and wash the stalks of celery before cutting.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf at the end of the dishwasher area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen/dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in coolers and freezers.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. 1st compartment on the left of the 3 compartment sink has food debris inside and was covered with a lid. Employee cleaned the sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf near the 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in gaskets on the freezer across from the fryers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by the hand washing sink in the dishwasher area. Light missing under the hood system between the flat grill and the fryers. Floor has a black build up under the dishwasher.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on all of the microwaves.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 47F. Top section of the flip top reach in cooler across from grill. Item was replaced.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Employee used a cup to scoop the ice at the beverage station. The manager corrected the employee.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Blue backpack on the shelf with napkins. The backpack was removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf in the back prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in the dishwasher area soiled with black mold-like substance.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout by ice machine, server and dish area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 7 live flies on wall by ice machine. Observed 1 live fly on wall in server station. Observed 3 live flies on walls in dish area
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall at shelving in dish pit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler- parmesan cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cheddar (45F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding). Manager opened freezer door, and called for service.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease buildup on floor behind fryers
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout by ice machine, server and dish area.
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