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Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
544 CARL BETHLEHEM RD , BETHLEHEM, GA 30620 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (June 10, 2026): Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Inspection history
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B87June 10, 20262 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control.
Raw chicken was put on grill to cook and was taken off grill to serve at 160F. CA - Raw chicken must be cooked to 165F or above for <1 second (instantaneous). Chicken was put back on grill to cook longer and a temperature of 186F was taken once chicken was pulled of grill.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(5)(a) - raw animal foods (p, pf)”Containers of cut lettuce, yogurt, seafood sauce and dessert in prep cooler 3 stored uncovered. Containers of bread sticks, chicken tenders and breaded shrimp stored uncovered in reach in freezer. CA - All foods not actively cooling on speed rack or top shelf must be stored covered.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”A92September 5, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations involving handwashing & hygiene and food storage.
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.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)”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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)”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.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”Observed wet stacked bar glasse3s. Do not stack wet and allow glassware to fully air dry. COS.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”A90July 30, 20252 violations
Inspectors recorded 2 violations, 1 of them critical, involving temperature control and cleaning & sanitizing.
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.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”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.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-007-000149. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.