IHOP #36-238
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
43
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at IHOP #36-238, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so IHOP #36-238 trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on either end of splitter.
29-42-4
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked raw shell egg stored with raw shell eggs on cook line. See stop sale.
01B-14-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 flying insects in ware washing area.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employee food training not available.
53B-13-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed equipment door handles on cook line soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents and ceiling tiles in kitchen Dusty .
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a watch. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in ware washing area in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong on handle of stand alone cooler located on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
23-03-4
43
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoops on service line stored in water at 129F. Employee will remove and store properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-05-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Hash browns on large pan at 80F. Manager voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pull pants up with gloved hands then proceeded to engage in food preparation. Spoke with employee and removed gloves and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-25-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employee food training expired.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without a label. Employee placed label on spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelet.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint and without beard guard.
13-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed open case of to go trays stored on floor near walk-in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados in reach in cooler on cook line with stickers still on them.
08B-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer solution stored on floor. Employee removed and stored properly . **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
41
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in office area.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed area around soda nozzles soiled located on cook line. Employee started to clean during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents near ware washing soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys on prep table located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing and /or in disrepair floor tiles on cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soda bag on floor located near office. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled on service line. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in back room cracked near dry storage.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Aug 28, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in handicap stall of women's room. Manager was able to place a small cup of soap for the handicap stall. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
90
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
50
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach near door of walk in cooler. Manager discarded from premises. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave on service line soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach Cooler door gaskets soiled on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects near mop sink area.
35A-02-6
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact surface. Observed Cardboard used to line food-contact surface of container in walk-in cooler containing. Manager removed and discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the cutting board on the reach in cooler located on cook line deeply grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets on reach in coolers on cook line soiled. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
67
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was IHOP #36-238 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at IHOP #36-238 on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at IHOP #36-238?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at IHOP #36-238.
How does IHOP #36-238 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
IHOP #36-238 most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has IHOP #36-238's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at IHOP #36-238 have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at IHOP #36-238 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is IHOP #36-238 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, IHOP #36-238 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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