Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
A+Cutting Edge5880 W Peoria Ave, Glendale 85302
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-35310
Score based on 11 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history11 on record
2026
Aug 12, 2026RoutinecleanA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of cold holding, facility cleaning and maintenance, and monitoring for pest activity
May 5, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. Received email with pest control receipt from 4/23 and 4/30.
Apr 22, 2026Routine1 foundationB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed standing water in the establishment procedures.
Inspector's notes
Observed a group (5-10) of flies near the bar area and near the back door. Person in charge states they will request a pest service as soon as possible. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence
2025
Nov 17, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed cooling methods with person in charge (fill lines on containers, cooling times, and allowing air flow when cooling).
Inspector's notes
Observed guacamole with diced tomato on top portion of prep fridge have an internal temperature of 48*F. PIC stated guacamole was stored on ice in unit at 11am, guacamole was relocated to rapidly cool at time of inspection. Observed cut sausage and cooked pasta above fill line of container located in top portion of prep fridge have an internal temperature of 42-46*F. Sausage and cooked pasta were in unit since 11am, PIC moved food items to bottom of prep fridge to rapidly cool. Observed multiple TCS items in drawers under grill to be above 41*F. Foods include raw ground beef (46*F), Monterey jack cheese (50*F), and raw beef steak (50-52*F). Unit measured an ambient temperature of 46*F with min/max thermometer. PIC observed unit not fully plugged into outlet, stating it had been unplugged for approximately 45 minutes. Once completely plugged in, ambient temperature of unit decreased to 38*F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Aug 18, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.*****Provided MCESD requirements for partial/non-continuous cooking
Apr 15, 2025RoutinecleanA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
2024
Dec 18, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater -- Observed standing water collecting on tiles in bar and main kitchen. The PIC stated the floors were recently mopped and water was not fully drained. Requested at the time of inspection the PIC squeegee standing water buildup. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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5-403.12 - Core: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater
Jul 10, 2024RoutinecleanA+
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Apr 15, 2024Routine2 coreA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A" grade.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email. Discussed ensuring employees are NOT placing large food items in floor drains in kitchen and bar. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Dennis K.
Core-5-403.12, C: Other Liquid Wastes and Rainwater -- Observed standing water buildup next to floor drain in bar and prep sink in kitchen. The inspector ran all plumbing fixtures including: toilets, dishwasher, prep sinks, hand sinks, and the mop sink for several minutes to verify all drains remained cleared. Requested at the time of inspection the PIC have employees squeegee standing water. Condensate drainage and other non sewage liquids shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to law. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions -- Observed heavy accumulation of food and debris buildup in equipment, on floors, and in floor drains throughout the kitchen and bar: food debris buildup and spills in low profile refrigerator under grill and lids/cups/various food items in floor drains. Spoke with the person in charge (PIC) regarding increasing cleaning frequencies as needed and creating a cleaning schedule to prevent buildup of grease, debris, and food. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Dec 7, 2023Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB
This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Award: B,Embargo Lbs: 20,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: Dennis K.
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed various TCS foods including: cooked penne and fettuccine pasta, parmesan cream sauce, lemon parmesan butter, green beans, garlic butter, spicy Asian chicken, and Mexican rice in the reach-in refrigerated prep cooler in front of grill with internal temperatures ranging from 47°F-56°F using probing thermometer. The person in charge (PIC) stated the the items were placed in the cooler 1-3 days prior to the inspection. At the time of inspection, the PIC voluntarily discarded items. Ensure all TCS foods are maintained at 41°F or less. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. The ambient temperature of reach-in prep cooler measured at 59.1°F using min/max thermometer. See violation above. At the time of inspection, a work order was placed, a technician repaired the unit, and the ambient temperature measured at 32.7°F. Ensure cold holding units can maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Aug 8, 2023Routine1 coreA+
This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an “A+” grade.This establishment received a(n) A+ Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed inspection report.Award: Cutting Edge A+,Signer: Dennis K. Person in Charge
Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed damaged flooring with underlayment exposed in mens restroom. Advised person in charge (PIC) that flooring shall be maintained in good repair to ensure it is smooth and easily cleanable. PIC stated they have a work in order submitted to have the flooring repaired. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →