IHOP 36-222
1393 S UNIVERSITY DR BLDG 8, Plantation FL 33324 · 954-472-5505
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects by soda machines in back area by dishwasher landing in boxes for soda. Additionally 2 small flying insects by prep area in back dishwashing area landing on walls.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of the triple sink is less than one inch.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed sauce cup used to scoop chocolate chips at the front counter. Operator removed sauce cup.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone stored over deli paper in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (65F - Cold Holding) in a large plastic container with ice and the ice was not at the same level as the food. Operator placed in cooler to quick chill.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several plastic containers near the dishwashing area with wet nesting. Operator stored to allow air drying.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drop food on the floor, then picked up the food, threw the food away and began preparing food for orders without washing their hands. Employee washed hands properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front right handwashing sink with ice in it. Operator cleaned handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle of chemicals in the mop sink area. As per operator, chemical is degreaser. Operator labeled properly.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.
Aug 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm-corrected to 100ppm).
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 (Chlorine 0ppm-corrected to 100ppm).
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects by soda machines in back area by dishwasher landing in boxes for soda. Additionally 2 small flying insects by prep area in back dishwashing area landing on walls.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat tortillas in walk in freezer and items were not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server touch dirty plates then cooked ready to eat sausage. Educated operator on proper handwashing procedures and server washed hands properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on expo line in an overfilled metal pan. As per operator items were brought to expo line approximately 2 hours ago. Operator removed overfilled portion and voluntarily discarded overfilled portion.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at front right handwashing sink. Operator added soap.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chipped knives in the back prep area. Operator removed chipped knives.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish washer handled dirty dishes then dried hands with paper towel then removed clean plates from dishwasher. Dish washer washed hands and put gloves on
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by plastic kegs. Hand sink across from ice machine. Manager removed plastic buckets from in front of hand wash sink
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee placed
Stored food not covered. Ice cream in chest Freezer
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed three spray bottles with no labels. Operator labeled properly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed buildup of debris under beverage station.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator removed,cleaned, and sanitized.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection 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 washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer in the middle, rinse sink. Operator drained, corrected and reviewed with dish operator.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed an accumulation of food debris and paper trash under Server beverage station and under multiple booths.
Apr 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: -Gasket in reach in cooler with an accumulation of old food and mold like substance. - Ice cream freezer gaskets with an accumulation of mold like debris.
Jan 30, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Q.L employeed over 60 days with no proof of training.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - dish washing area Observed employee items stored on shelf next to establishment utensils. Employee removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooking unit Observed in use utensil stored at 85F. Employee changed water. Second temperature 170F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: -Gasket in reach in cooler with an accumulation of old food and mold like substance. - Ice cream freezer gaskets with an accumulation of mold like debris.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed handwashing sink across from steam table next to three compartment sink draining slowly.
Stored food not covered. - walk-in cooler Observed container of cut tomatoes stored uncovered.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand wash sink across from steam table next to 3 compartment sink.
Aug 30, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 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 chlorine 0 Ppm Operator replaced sanitizer rechecked 100 Ppm
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dipping well on front counter water temperature 130F. Operator replaced water rechecked 190F
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quaternary 50 Ppm. Operator replaced with chlorine rechecked chlorine 100 Ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw Philly beef not commercially packaged over blueberries in Delfield cooler on cook line. Operator placed beef on lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (52F - Cold Holding); pumpkin batter (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked peppers and onions (51F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) per operator less than four hours. Cook placed items in walk-in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf in dishwashing area. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in freezer on cook line soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed sirloin tip thawing in standing water. Operator turned on water
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