Applebees Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 6670 Dykes Rd, Southwest Ranches, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: APPLEBEES NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 6670 Dykes Rd, Southwest Ranches, FL 33331
License #: 1621423
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 2/21/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean cups/glasses not properly air dried - wet nesting. By soda machine.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Hood soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
2/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.Cell phone on prep . **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food Cold table : Cheese 45°F, Cut Tomatoes 44°F, Chicken 44°F, Cut Lettuce 45°F. Corrective action taken. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
9/19/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on dish storage shelf.
  • Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food and rim of the container. Observed in reach in coolers throughout cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dish storage shelf.
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed cup lids at wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Observed on fry side.
  • Intermediate - Soda gun soiled. Observed at bar area.
5/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.observed ice cream in freeze holding unit by cook line.
  • Basic - Shelf under preparation table soiled with food debris. By hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soil residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. Reach in freezer by cook line
  • Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at wait station and bar. **Corrected On-Site**
3/15/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.platters by grill Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.sugar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.slider buns Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.
8/20/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.dry storage
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.straws at bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.oil Corrected On Site.
6/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.plates on cookline Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
3/30/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 29-17-1 Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Violation: 37-04-1 Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
2/10/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.plates at grill-soiled Corrected On Site.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach in shelves rusted
  • Light not functioning.hood
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.plates at grill Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.straws at bar Corrected On Site.
11/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.spoons Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.straws Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corrected On Site.oil
2/23/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Food thermometer not accurate within +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.straws Corrected On Site.
  • Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.bar
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.bar Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.back door
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.broiler
11/15/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.grill
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.hood
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
8/9/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Observed fruits/vegetables exposed to improper chemical wash. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Corrected On Site.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Light not functioning.hood Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
4/5/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. oil
  • Critical. Cooked poultry not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical. Observed damaged thermometer provided on dishmachine.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.lids Corrected On Site.
  • Light not functioning.hood Corrected On Site.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Corrected On Site.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Certified Food Manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions.
12/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 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. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.lids at bar
  • Critical. Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry. Corrected On Site.
7/7/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 2/11/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 2/4/2009Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/9/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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