International House of Pancakes - #36-155
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
86
Score
International House of Pancakes - #36-155 has been inspected nine times since 2022. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Fort Lauderdale sits at 80, putting International House of Pancakes - #36-155 on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Jan 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Cookline freezer - Raw chicken stored over ready-to-eat impossible burgers and potato fries in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Employee personal items (dip) stored on dish machine area shelf. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floor around fryers.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Expo area utensils in water - unit #1 130F, unit #2 117F. Operator changed out water. 135-139F. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator added sanitizing solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
16-55-4
70
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under handwashing sink dripping water. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Observed pipe leaking under handwashing sink. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
82
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 8 packages of steak tips 44-53F, not portioned or placed in cooler today. Additionally, observed cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns at 48-50F. Cooling overnight for more than 6 hrs, item never reached 41F. Operator discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 8 packages of steak tips 44-53F not portioned or placed in cooler today. Observed raw bacon at 59F. Operator placed in walk-in cooler for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns at 48-50F. Cooling overnight for more than 6 hrs, item never reached 41F. **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink in reach-in freezer. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters and single serve boxes. Operator turned filters over. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut melon uncovered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe under handwashing sink dripping water. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from an open cup at server station. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers at ware washing area. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 120F at front counter. Operator changed out water now 153F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of food debris in microwave at server station. **Warning**
22-08-4
32
Oct 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. 2 cans pesticide by triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator began cleaning during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-21-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking under cookline hand sink.
29-11-4
78
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
74
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was International House of Pancakes - #36-155 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at International House of Pancakes - #36-155 on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at International House of Pancakes - #36-155?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at International House of Pancakes - #36-155.
How does International House of Pancakes - #36-155 compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
International House of Pancakes - #36-155 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has International House of Pancakes - #36-155's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at International House of Pancakes - #36-155 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at International House of Pancakes - #36-155 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is International House of Pancakes - #36-155 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, International House of Pancakes - #36-155 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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