Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar

Observed staff drinks in food prep and service areas in unapproved containers (bottle of water, reusable cups). If staff drinks are in food service areas, they must be in a single service cup with a lid and straw. Otherwise they must be in non-food service areas that are designated for staff breaks. Improper drinks removed from food service area holders. COS. Discussed food servers vs. food handlers.

Observed food handling staff with watches, bracelets and wrist bands on. Food handlers may only wear a single smooth metallic band type ring on hands and wrists. Jewelry removed.

Observed food handlers utilizing ineffective hair restraints (pony tail thru hat, single tie pony tail). All food handlers must utilize effective hair restraints for hair longer then 1/2". Braids/ties used to restrain hair.

Observed in use utensil (tongs) being stored in cool water. In use utensils may be stored clean and dry, in a dipper well, in product being served with handle exposed, or in hot (135F) water. Tongs replaced with clean ones on saucer.

Observed wet stacked bar glasse3s. Do not stack wet and allow glassware to fully air dry. COS.

Multiple time/temp control for safety food items on the top of the prep line cooler (closest to the fryers) were held at temperatures above 41F. The time/temp control for safety food items above 41F were discarded. All time/temp control for safety foods must be held at temperatures of 41F or below.

The prep line cooler (closest to the fryers) is not fully operational. The unit must be replaced or repaired. Forward the repair or replacement receipt to the Barrow Co. Env. Health Dept.