Applebee's Neighborhood Grill Degrades its Sanitary Rating
1005 NW 13th St
Gainesville, FL 32601
Health Inspection Reports
7/9/2012 | 12 Violations | Rating 3.75/5
Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Raw vegetables in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Portion cup in burger fry seasoning. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
Observed equipment in poor repair. Cracked plastic bins in storage area. Corrected On Site.
Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on cookline.
Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. Wait station. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Seasoning bins in storage area. Corrected On Site.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Metal bins in storage area wet nesting. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wet wiping cloth in handwash sink near dish machine, Food debris around handwash sink near walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in walk in freezer.
Light not functioning above cookline.
4/16/2012 | 1 Violations | Rating 5/5
Violation: 24-08-1Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
4/11/2012 | 18 Violations | Rating 2.75/5
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food held using time as a public health control with no time marking. Food may not be served. cheeses in top of reachin . discarded by mgr
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food held using time as a public health control with a time marking that exceeds the 4 hour limit. Food may not be served. bleu cheese marked 9am still not ddiscarded at 3pm. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. rice 47, top of cookline reachin cooler. in bottom of cookline reachin, rice 56-58, potatoes 50, cooked onions 50-52, roast beef 53, cooked mushrooms 55, cheeses 47, alfredo sauce 47, chicken 51, turkey & ham 45, pasta 47-50. cheesecake shooterss at 53. sour cream 48 at pickup line. these products discarded by mgr.
Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. 3 small pans of spaghetti sauce at 76 after 3 hrs, 20 mins. Corrected On Site. placed in walkin freezer and reached 41l
Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. cookline reachin at 58. black reachin at 58.
Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. black reachin
Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. seasoningCorrected On Site.
Critical - Observed beverage containers on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices.
Observed equipment in poor repair. doors on middle cookline reachin
Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. on 2 cookline reachin coolers, cookline reachin drawers
Observed cutting boardss grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed interior of cookline & black reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. sani bucket on cookline
Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. ice machine exterior Corrected On Site.
Cleaned and sanitized utensils stored with dirty utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Repeat Violation.
10/27/2011 | 8 Violations | Rating 4/5
Critical - Date marking incorrect. Cajun pasta sauce in walk-in cooler. COS
Utensil handle in food product. Pasta in reach-in on cookline. COS
Broken cracked container lid. No longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Old labels and label residue on walk-in cooler racks.
Critical - Build-up of ice and food debris on freezer speed rack tray.
Critical - Rags in handwash sink. COS
Missing light shields in walk-in freezer.
Critical - No label on spray bottle. COS
5/24/2011 | 12 Violations | Rating 3.25/5
Critical - Observed food stored on floor box Corrected On Site.
Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice se4ver area.Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands after touching hat. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin server line.
Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface gasket cookline traulsen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried pans.
Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb by side of building.
Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers walkin freezer.
Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle at bar.Corrected On Site.
No Heimlich maneuver sign posted.Corrected On Site.
Critical - Incomplete proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment.
1/18/2011 | 8 Violations | Rating 3.75/5
Critical - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese slices 45 and 48 on kitchen front line. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Mashed potatoes dated 1-17 at 45 degrees in walkin cooler. Corrected On Site.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Also the "ceiling" of the microwave is in disrepair, no longer cleanable.
Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface on mixer unit at bar and shelving unit in bar area.
Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.[ Bar area]Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. [dish area] Corrected On Site.
8/17/2010 | 0 Violations | Rating 5/5
No Violations Were Observed
5/26/2009 | 15 Violations | Rating 2.5/5
Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit. IN WALKIN Corrected On Site.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. CLEAN DISHES WETNESTING
Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. WATER FROM CONDENSER DRIPPING ON BOXES OF FOOD IN WIF
Critical - Incomplete proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment.
No copy of latest inspection report.
Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. ABOVE DISH MACHINE Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. BUTTER SCOOP Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW CHICKEN OVER ICE CREAM IN WALKIN FREEZER Corrected On Site.
Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. HANDLES OF MICROWAVES Corrected On Site.
Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. LID OF SPICE CONTAINER Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. SEVERAL Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. SPRAY BOTTLES NEAR FOOD/SINGLE-SERVICE ITEMS Corrected On Site.
Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SPICES Corrected On Site.
1/13/2009 | 17 Violations | Rating 3/5
In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. KNIVES BETWEEN EQUIPMENT
Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. MENS RESTROOM
Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. ON CLEAN DISH STORAGE SHELVES
Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. PIPES AT COOKLINE
Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. EMPLOYEE TOUCHED CLOTHING AND DIDNT CHANGE GLOVES OR WASH HANDS Repeat Violation.
Observed exhaust system operated with filters removed. For reporting purposes only. Corrected On Site.
Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. IN HARD TO REACH AREAS
Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. GRAHAM CRACKER CRUMBS AT DESSERT STATIONRepeat Violation.
Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. PREP COOLER Repeat Violation.
Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation.
Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. PREP COOLER IN KITCHENRepeat Violation.
Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. SPRAY BOTTLE ON CLEAN DISHES Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. CHEESE IN WIC Corrected On Site.
Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.Repeat Violation.
7/31/2008 | 9 Violations | Rating 4/5
Critical - Violation: 03A-07-1Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. EGGS, CHEESE, RICE, PASTA IN MAKETABLE AT COOKLINE. RECHECKED EGGS AT 47'F AT CALLBACK.
Critical - Violation: 04-01-1Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. MAKETABLES/REACHIN COOLERS AT COOKLINE
Violation: 14-36-1Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. NUMEROUS REACHIN COOLERS
Violation: 15-32-1Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
Violation: 18-04-1Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. NUMEROUS
Critical - Violation: 22-17-1Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. NUMEROUS. ICE MACHINE ALSO.
Violation: 29-09-1Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. SPIGOT AT MOP SINK BROKEN/MISSING
Violation: 36-10-1Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. RESIDUE BUILDUP ON FLOORS IN HARD TO REACH AREAS
Critical - Violation: 50-09-1Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. EXPIRED LICENSE ON DISPLAY
7/29/2008 | 22 Violations | Rating 2/5
Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. MAKETABLES/REACHIN COOLERS AT COOKLINE
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. SPIGOT AT MOP SINK BROKEN/MISSING
Critical - Hotel and Restaurant license not properly displayed. EXPIRED LICENSE ON DISPLAY
In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. TONGS HANGING ON GREASY FIRE SUPPRESSION PIPE ABOVE FRYERS
Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. AT COOKLINE
Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. EMPLOYEES TOUCHING CLOTHING THEN RETURN TO FOOD PREP WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES OR WASHING HANDS
Critical - Observed food stored on floor. BOXES IN WIF
Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. NUMEROUS REACHIN COOLERS
Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. SMALL SINGLE SERVICE CUPS USED AS SCOOPS THROUGHOUT
Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. REACHIN FREEZER NEAR COOKLINE
Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
Observed old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. NUMEROUS
Observed open dumpster lid.
Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. EGGS, CHEESE, RICE, PASTA IN MAKETABLE AT COOKLINE
Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use. NO SANITIZER SET UP AT COOKLINE AND DRY TOWELS REUSED REPEATEDLY
Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. NUMEROUS. ICE MACHINE ALSO.
Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored. OVEN CLEANER STORED ON SHELF WITH STRAWS AND OTHER SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS
Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. SEVERAL AT COOKLINE AND AT BAR
Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
Observed worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. RESIDUE BUILDUP ON FLOORS IN HARD TO REACH AREAS
Wet mop not hung to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. NUMEROUS