ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Applebee's last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 7, 2025. The result listed by Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Dec 18, 2024 to Nov 7, 2025.
Has Applebee's ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 18, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Routine Inspection
Nov 7, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode K06Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s Notes
Paper towels were not provided in dispensers. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Official record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Nov 7, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection
Dec 18, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
criticalCode K06Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s Notes
Major: No paper towels available in paper towel dispenser near preparation area. Sensor was also observed inoperable.
Minor: Sensor on paper towel dispenser next to warewash station was observed inoperable.
[CA] Repair paper towel dispensers and ensure paper towels are stocked at all handwash stations at all times.
[SA] Additional kitchen handwash station is available for employee use while dispensers are being repaired.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Chlorine sanitizer in bar dishwasher measured at 25ppm.
[CA] Maintain chlorine in mechanical warewash machine at 50 PPM.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.