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IHOP 36-158

5175 NW 36 ST, Miami Springs FL 33166 · 3058633100

Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats126
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2328232
Grade history
OCT 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns (50F - Cooling) inside Walk in cooler. As per food sticker hash browns were hydrated October 13th, 2025 in the afternoon.
High priority/03D-02-5
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by fryer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled by fryer in kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on shelf in back kitchen. Operator stored containers in order to be air dried.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed by reach in cooler in kitchen, and behind cook line.
Basic/36-73-4
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns (50F - Cooling) inside Walk in cooler. As per food sticker hash browns were hydrated October 13th, 2025 in the afternoon.
High priority/03D-02-5
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and touching clean spatula in kitchen without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator and employee were trained on proper hand washing techniques. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns (50F - Cooling) inside Walk in cooler. As per food sticker hash browns were hydrated October 13th, 2025 in the afternoon.
High priority/01B-02-5
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed hash brown stored inside plastic container and completely covered.
Intermediate/03D-15-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on shelf in back kitchen. Operator stored containers in order to be air dried.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed Ice bags stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed bags from floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink by mop room.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer and reach in coolers gaskets in cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over Mac and cheese inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored food correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Light not functioning. Observed inside dry storage.
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets in kitchen. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of griddle. Operator cleaned reach in cooler interior.
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pancake batter (45 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator batter has been outside for 30 minutes. Operator stored batter inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside chocolate chips container on front counter. Operator removed cup.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers in back kitchen. Operator placed container in order to be air dried.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated under and behind cook line.
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout inside kitchen.
Basic/36-11-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled white microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Basic/14-73-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by ice cream reach in freezer. Operator provided sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior. Operator cleaned interior.
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · At time of callback inspection observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Time Extended
Apr 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 employee touching pants and handle clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
High priority/12A-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed serving utensils inside hand washing sink by kitchen line. Manager removed utensils.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone on top kitchen line counter, employee removed the phone and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed a container of hash browns and another of cooked bacon stored on walk in cooler floor. Manage removed containers and placed them in correct shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Employee closed lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed inside garbage area.
High priority/29-34-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in front of ice machine. Operator provided paper towel.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at employee handwash sink because HWS is broken.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table at front counter. Operator removed phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator put a hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease behind and under cook line.
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on shelf inside kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mop correctly.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket with sanitizer stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed bucket from floor.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site

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.