International House of Pancakes
Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, International House of Pancakes has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “in-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-24: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed original mop sink on plans outside, and replaced with cooler and storage cabinet added with espresso machine on top. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-24: Observed original mop sink on plans outside, and replaced with cooler and storage cabinet added with espresso machine on top. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
78
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked macaroni (47/55F - Cooling). Sticker on product made from 2 days prior, operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked macaroni (47/55F - Cooling). Sticker on product made from 2 days prior, operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-36-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed waitress touch face and then grab plates to take to customers. Inspector spoke to manager on proper handwashing and provided handout. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 6 live flies in waiter station near the stored avocados and orange juice machine, not directly touching food. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed at cook line eggs higher than 45F ambient. Operator placed eggs in cooler for rapid chill. As per operator, less than 4 hours. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line: pooled eggs (55F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator added more ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed across cook line: onions (90F - Hot Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator placed onions into steam table. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed original mop sink on plans outside, and replaced with cooler and storage cabinet added with espresso machine on top. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed pastries in warmer at front counter under a 4 hour plan with no written plan. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted bin where avocados are stored in waiter station. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email and operator printed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drinking cup on cooler across cook line where food is prepped. Operator had employee remove. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of tortillas on floor of walk in freezer. Operator removed from floor during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at waiter station. Operator removed during inspection and brought new one out of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between two coolers across cook line. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks and spoons stored upright in water station. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided via email and operator printed on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
15
Nov 20, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink with breaker; no splitter. Operator had plumber install one at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
86
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer buckets stored next to single service articles at front counter and next to soda dispenser. Sanitizer buckets were relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler at preparation area.
29-49-6
Basic - Boxes of potatoes and breaded chicken stored under dripping water line at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-52-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout at preparation area, with accumulation of food and debris.
36-12-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
70
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - In-use scraper stored in cracks between the grill. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed unit located in front of stove without thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
86
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
82
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed the staff bathroom door with no self closing arm.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handles of the kitchen four door reach in cooler soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. **Repeat Violation**
33-20-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was International House of Pancakes last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at International House of Pancakes on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at International House of Pancakes?
Across the inspection record, “in-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at International House of Pancakes.
How does International House of Pancakes compare to other restaurants in Miami?
International House of Pancakes most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has International House of Pancakes' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at International House of Pancakes have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at International House of Pancakes 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, International House of Pancakes is inspected around two times per year on average.
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