IHOP
14505 SW 42 ST, Miami FL 33175 · 4806767
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
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JAN 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since 10-01-23. Operator call during inspection. Confirmation number is 237470870.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed pan of raw sliced beef stored over cooked sausage at reach in freezer at cook line. Manager rearranged products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hash browns (45F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was prepared in the previous day. Discussed proper cooling procedures with manager and provided cooling hand out.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pancake batter (59F - Cold Holding) at room temperature. Observed poblano hollandaise (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler next to fryers. As per cook, product placed in unit 3 hours prior. Cook placed item inside walk in cooler to rapidly chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed hash browns (45F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was prepared in the previous day. Discussed proper cooling procedures with manager and provided cooling hand out.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (112F - Hot Holding) on flat top at cook line. As per manager, product on grill for approximately 20 minutes. Advised manager to reheat product to 165F.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop stored in water at 132 next to milk shake machine. Manager removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of fryer and reach in cooler soiled with old food debris. Observed shelf underneath flat top top grill soiled with old food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays stored next to hand sink at front line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at cook line. Manager replenished solution with quaternary ammonium solution. Final reading, 200ppm.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cook line with deep marks.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf at warewashing area wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on wall behind dishwasher.
Feb 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled with dust build up at walk in cooler. Manager cleaned it.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from grill at the front line and also at the front counter.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Operator adjusted sanitizer chlorine container to allow sanitizer to flow to machine. Final concentration at 50 ppm.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed line cook without knowledge of minimum cooking temperature of eggs. She stated minimum cooking temperature of scrambled fresh shell eggs is 141F. Coached employee and manager on minimum cooking temperatures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on upper plate of soda dispensing machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan cover soiled with dust build up at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer door threshold.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign in women's bathroom in dining area. Informed owner of missing sign and he indicated he was going to purchase and post sign.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since 10-01-23. Operator call during inspection. Confirmation number is 237470870.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary +400ppm). Operator add water to get 200ppm.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary +400ppm) next to clean dishes. Operator diluted with water and stored above shelve. Final concentration 200 ppm.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handle soiled.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food employee with bracelet preparing food.
Food stored under dripping water line. Observed chicken tender stored under dripping water from refrigerator system of the walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door handle soiled, oven in front of the freezer in the kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Black cutting board attached to the cooler in front of the flat grill.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of the oven soiled, oven located in the kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the hand sink located in the kitchen.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.