IHOP 36-096
5427 14TH STREET WEST, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941-758-1453
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
APR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line egg mix (72F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed them back in the reach in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025091814 | Nov 13, 2025 | Jan 21, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2025041557 | Apr 25, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | $200 |
| 7--2018032382 | May 23, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 in main dishwasher area Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm).Person in charge set up 3 compartment sink and called for repair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.observed dried food particles in microwave on cook's line.Person in charge cleaned microwave.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food controlled by time and required to be marked with the use by time is not marked and the required time of disposal cannot be determined. See stop sale. observed on cooks line pancake batter and hash brown potatoes not time stamped.Educated Person in charge on time/temperature control for food safety. Person voluntarily discard at all items.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.observed on cooks line pancake batter and hash brown potatoes not time stamped.Educated Person in charge on time/temperature control for food safety. Person voluntarily discard at all items.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed in main kitchen area cooks line and food preparation area microwaves soiled with dried food particles.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
Open dumpster lid on east end of parking area.Person in charge closed lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed on cooks line single service not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.
Apr 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs over milk on cooks line. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line table hash brown potatoes (67F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge stated it had been on the table for approximately 2 hours and placed it back in the reach in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed on cooks line omelette mix,French toast butter not time marked. Person in charge stated that the products were put out at 6 am and date marked accordingly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on cooks line microwave soiled with dried food particles.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed: Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on east side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooks line egg mix (72F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that they had been out for approximately 1 hour and placed them back in the reach in cooler.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface on east side of building.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler on cooks line raw shell Eggs over Milk. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Shell Eggs.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dish machine in back kitchen area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed multi sex bathroom toilet out of order.
Carbon dioxide tank not adequately secured in back kitchen area by dry storage. Person in charge secured tank.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw Salmon in ROP thawing in Reach in cooler across from Grill. On the Reduced oxygen Package it states,remove from ROP before thawing. Educated Person in charge on Reduced Oxygen package fish thawing procedures. Person in charge removed from ROP. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill on cooks line hood filter soiled with grease. Observed in back kitchen area Walk in freezer and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food controlled by time and required to be marked with the use by time is not marked and the required time of disposal cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed in front kitchen Pancake Batter (81F - Cold Holding); Hash browns (83F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on time marking TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed in front kitchen Pancake Batter (81F - Cold Holding); Hash browns (83F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on time marking TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded both food items.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dish machine in back kitchen area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw Salmon in ROP thawing in Reach in cooler across from Grill. On the ROP it states,remove from ROP before thawing. Educated Person in charge on ROP fish thawing procedures. Person in charge removed from ROP.
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