INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES - #36-117
3427 US 98 N, Lakeland FL 33809 · 863.858.5299
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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) employee replaced empty chlorine container. Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Damaged food. Observed cracked eggs in container on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Spatula in sink on cook line. Employee removed spatula.
Damaged food. Observed cracked eggs in container on cook line.
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Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed around door area.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2026
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spong in hand sink on cook line, employee removed spong from sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in walk in freezing on door, and in reach in freezer on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in microwave on cook line, employee cleaned interior of oven.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection 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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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) manager primed unit Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm).
Ice buildup in Walk in Freezer. Observed around door frame.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Employee cleaned interior of microwave.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in unit at far end of cook line, across from grill.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/25
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on cook line.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate13 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); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm), manager replaced chlorine.
Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield. Employee cleaned shield.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area of unit.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed near dry storage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in dry storage, cook line, under dish machine, and in service station. Also observed soiled walls in dish.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Observed on wall.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in upright unit next to hand wash station on cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on cook line unit next to hand sink.
Single-service articles not protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters at front uncovered, manager covered filters.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in flip top unit on cook line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused reach in cooler next to dumpster.
Dec 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Omelet station cooler: diced ham (50F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar jack (52F - Cold Holding). Stop sale issued. Manager replaced items and time marked with 4 hour time stamp
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Omelet station cooler had accumulated water and right side door would not shut. Ambient temp 50f
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dish and storage area
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed small syrup bottles being reused for various storage of condiments and chemicals
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Omelet station cooler
Dec 8, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Diced ham, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddarjack, shredded cheddar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Omelet station cooler: diced ham (50F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar jack (52F - Cold Holding). Stop sale issued. Manager replaced items and time marked with 4 hour time stamp
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At server station
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.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Omelet station cooler had accumulated water and right side door would not shut. Ambient temp 50f
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dish and storage area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag next to salt packets in dry storage
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around condenser
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dusted wires on ticket monitors and warmer on expo line
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed small syrup bottles being reused for various storage of condiments and chemicals
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Omelet station cooler
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed near electrical panels upon entrance to kitchen from dining area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris under hand sink at front counter. **Also observed food debris between cookline equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in four door unit on cookline.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic cup lids at front counter, manager inverted to comply.
Aug 24, 2023Inspection 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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Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed in Bain Marie container on clean dish storage shelf.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen and service station area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed following: Food debris between kitchen equipment, Debris under service station area.
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.