APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
2599 ENTERPRISE RD, Orange City FL 32763 · 386-774-5225
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5- rodent droppings on top of dish machine, operator cleaned area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026001571 | Jan 7, 2026 | Feb 9, 2026 | $400 |
| 4--2025091820 | Dec 29, 2025 | Feb 2, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender stored at bar hand sink. operator removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at cook line and ice machine,
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Deep grout line causing water retention,
Jan 7, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, front line and kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Deep grout lines causing water retention.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Jan 7, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5- rodent droppings on top of dish machine, operator cleaned area.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, front line and kitchen area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Deep grout lines causing water retention.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions stored on food preparation area floor. Operator relocated.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of Kitchen Randell reach-in-cooler.
Dec 30, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. 9-20- 2025 Thomas U.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, by salad statio.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - deep grout lines causing retention of standing water
Dec 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. 10 ppm chlorine.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 20 rodent droppings on storage area floor. - 3 on boxes in storage area - 3 on paint cans in chemical storage closet near restrooms - 10 on the floor in chemical storage closet
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line refrigerated drawers. -raw meat (43F- 47F - Cold Holding)/ less than 4 hours; operator placed ice. -Cook line make table unit spinach dip (51F - Cold Holding);less than 4 hours. Operator discarded
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. 9-20- 2025 Thomas U.
Accumulation of dead rodents in control devices. - 2 dead rodents on glue traps on floor in storage area corrective action taken: manager removed and disposed
Dead roaches on premises. - 2 on glue trap under dish machine - 3 on glue trap in chemical storage closet - 1 on glue trap in expediting area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - floors heavily soiled with grease and debris below cook line equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, by salad statio.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. - deep grout lines causing retention of standing water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, residue or dust. - casters on fryers - front side of burner unit
Wash ware wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cold holding unit ribs (47F - Cold Holding); cooked diced chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard,.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Mixer stored in bar hand sink, operator relocated.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator restocked.
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. Timothy,.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.operator cleaned area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in front of fryers,and in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bar cold holding unit gasket, soiled with grime. Operator cleaned.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Yogurt stored in bar's cold holding unit. Operator discarded.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, in front of ice machine,
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cold holding, gaskets cold holding units soiled with food debris
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Bar soda gun holster soiled with grime.
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. Marcus S.
Ceiling tile missing, by mop sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In bar area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in bar cold holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under grill soiled with food debris,
Standing water on baking sheet in cookline reach-in-cooler.
Stored food not covered, at kitchen salad station.
Wash ware soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, under machine and sink.
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked meat placed overnight in microwave.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at food preparation area, handwash sink.
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. Carlos R.1-4- 2024
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and in kitchen Traulsen reach in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, at bar.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Spoon laying in top of cole slaw a front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - under kitchen cooking equipment, accumulated food debris.
Stored food not covered, in kitchen Traulsen reach in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries stored over shredded lettuce,in walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dining area ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust.
Jul 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Refrigerated drawers pasta (45-46F - Cold Holding)/ 2 hours; operator placed ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -food container lid soiled with food debris upon storage shelf. -dish racks soiled with dirt.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Salad station wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle, at bar area.
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.