APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
5779 E FOWLER AVE
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 11/20/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
7
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-01-4:Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. **Repeat Violation**
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone being stored on the shelf above the cook line. Manager removed the cellphone and had employee store cell phone correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors being soiled behind the cooking equipment on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in cooler on the cook line. Observed rusted shelves being used in the dry storage area.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed a faucet not being able to be turned off properly in the men's restroom.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelves of the reach in cooler on the cook line being rusted.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink in the bar area with soiled towels. Manager removed the soiled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/20/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 9/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
5
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended**
- 16-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. **Time Extended**
- 14-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/23/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 9/20/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
10
Total
10
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine **Time Extended**
- 36-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches by the ice machine next to the service area. 52 dead roaches under expo line 1 dead above expo line 1 dead in dish area 3 dead under handwashing sink 14 dead behind cooking equipment on cooks line 2 dead under heat lamp on cooks line 6 dead on cooks line 8 dead under prepsink 2 dead by mop sink 2 dead in dry storage 1 dead on oil container in dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 3 dead roaches on the oil container in the dry storage. Employee was able to remove, clean and sanitize the area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 1 dead roach on the prep table. Observed 1 dead roach on the floor under the handwashing sink in the back prep area. Manager had an employee remove, clean and sanitize the area. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
- 16-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended**
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors behind the cooking equipment with old food debris and build up grease. Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Time Extended**
- 14-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/20/2024 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 9/20/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
10
Total
11
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 16-21-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Time Extended**
- 36-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches by the ice machine next to the service area. 52 dead roaches under expo line 1 dead above expo line 1 dead in dish area 3 dead under handwashing sink 14 dead behind cooking equipment on cooks line 2 dead under heat lamp on cooks line 6 dead on cooks line 8 dead under prepsink 2 dead by mop sink 2 dead in dry storage 1 dead on oil container in dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 3 dead roaches on the oil container in the dry storage. Employee was able to remove, clean and sanitize the area. **Time Extended**
- 16-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Time Extended**
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Time Extended**
- 36-73-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors behind the cooking equipment with old food debris and build up grease. Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Time Extended**
- 14-47-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Time Extended**
- 33-34-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Time Extended**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in expo drink area 1 fly in dish area 1 fly in prep area 1 fly in bar **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-20: Observed 1 live fly flying around the three compartment sink. Observed 3 live flies flying around the bar area. Employee was able to eradicate the flies at the bar. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/20/2024 revealed 11 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 9/19/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
17
Total
24
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris build up on the exterior of the dish machine. **Warning**
- 28-02-4:Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed the drain to the walk in cooler and freezer draining on the floor due to a clogged drain behind the soda bibs. Observed the hose to the beer tap draining on the floor. Manager cleaned drain so that it is no longer over flowing. Manager corrected the drain so it's no longer draining on the floor in the bar area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken tile cove moulding by the walk in cooler and next to the reach in cooler by the frying station. **Warning**
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep cut marks. **Warning**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches by the ice machine next to the service area. 52 dead roaches under expo line 1 dead above expo line 1 dead in dish area 3 dead under handwashing sink 14 dead behind cooking equipment on cooks line 2 dead under heat lamp on cooks line 6 dead on cooks line 8 dead under prepsink 2 dead by mop sink 2 dead in dry storage 1 dead on oil container in dry storage **Warning**
- 16-01-4:Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed a dish machine with no data plate. Advised manager to contact his dish machine maintenance company to receive a new one. **Warning**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink with no lid placed on shelf under prep table but above clean dishes. Manager removed drink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees lunch boxes on the counter next to the ice machine. Manager had employee remove the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked pans in the dish prep area. **Warning**
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floors behind the cooking equipment with old food debris and build up grease. Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken tile in front of the walk in cooler used to store alcoholic beverages. **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in a reach in cooler on the cook line where ice cream is stored. **Warning**
- 14-47-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed unsealed wooden shelves being used the storage area outside by the dumpster. **Warning**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris and grease build up behind and in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets in the reach in coolers on the cook line and the walk in cooler. Observed handles soiled with build up grease on the reach in cooler on the cook line next to the frying station. **Warning**
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed containers with old labels with the clean dishes on the dish rack next to the dish machine. **Warning**
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed the dumpster lid being open. Manager closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed the storage area by the dumpster being unorganized with linens and boxes stored on the floor. **Warning**
- 22-41-4:High Priority - 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. Observed the dishwasher machine testing at 0ppm. Manager primed the machine and retested at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a server place dirty dishes in the dish machine and grabbed clean dishes without washing hands in between. Manager spoke with employee regarding proper handwashing. Discussed the importance of proper handwashing with the manager. **Warning**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in expo drink area 1 fly in dish area 1 fly in prep area 1 fly in bar **Warning**
- 35A-09-4:High Priority - Presence of insects, or other pests. 1 live spider in dish area 1 dead frog by three compartment sink **Warning**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on to-go single service lids 1 live on shelf under expo line 1 live under steam table on cooks line 1 live on oil container in dry storage **Warning**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with no paper towels. Manager added paper towels to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with no soap. Manager added soap to dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/19/2024 revealed 24 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 17 basic).