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APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR

Health inspection records show APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR in FORT MYERS has 7 inspections with a food safety rating of 3.6/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

8243 Dani Drive
Fort Myers, Florida, 33966
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.6/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 10/9/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10921168

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in outdoor storage area. The operator secured the unsecured tank. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents above cook line soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  • 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy of the poster was emailed to the operator to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. A copy of the poster was emailed to the operator to be posted. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 46-01-4:Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked by a cart with boxes. For reporting purposes only.

Inspection Date: 5/20/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10843224

  • 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug light on wall over beverage area in kitchen.
  • 32-23-5:Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed one toilet stall in women's bathroom out of order.

Inspection Date: 2/19/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10782187

  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler across from broiler: diced tomatoes in pico (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding). Operator directed employees to keep lid closed. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 1/17/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8893406

  • 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at prep area.
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. Operator provided handwashing sign. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at cook-line; cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); chopped tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding). Per operator items placed in reach-in cooler 2 hours. Operator removed items to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.

Inspection Date: 9/20/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8892603

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

Inspection Date: 9/17/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8789145

  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in reach in cooler. Operator removed container. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in office. Warning
  • 53B-10-4:Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed incomplete records for some employees. Warning

Inspection Date: 4/15/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8605808

  • 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  • 14-04-4:Intermediate - Microwave fan guard cover/splatter shield is slightly damaged and microwave fan guard is missing across from cook line.