APPLEBEE'S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL AND BAR

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed food debris build up on the exterior of the dishwasher. Operator cleaned off the exterior. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling vent in the kitchen with black build up.

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a scoop with the handle touching food in a container of almonds. Operator removed handle. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a bug zapper stationed above the coffee machine and drink counter.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the right side equipment on the cook line with a build up of grease.

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the alcohol walk in cooler fan covers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.Observed sink and surface 11.76.

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensils handles inside of the almond and rice noodle containers. Corrected On-Site

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at bar area has no sign. Manager corrected by adding sign. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand-wash sinks faucet lever causes water to splash on adjacent surfaces. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Single use items in outside shed on floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fans inside of walk in cooler and freezer had dust buildup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Smart Power sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket DDBSA 840, corrected to 700. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed Manager agreement. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve disposable cups on floor in dry storage floor. Manager corrected by removing. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters unprotected in dry storage area. Manager corrected by inverting. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust on Walkin Freezer fan cover.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged tiles in rear preparation area.

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed water dispensing device mounted on faucets on all hand wash sinks causes water to splatter onto adjacent clean surfaces.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board in food preparation area.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of open chicken breast on floor in walk in freezer.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun in bar area with debris buildup on gun and in holster.