INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES - #36-150
13061 N CLEVELAND AVE, North Ft Myers FL 33903 · 239-652-5800
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak over pooled eggs in reach in cooler on cook's. Line. Operator moved steak to lowest shelf during inspection.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink on expo line.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 not adequately secured in dry storage. Operator secured tank with chain during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer on cook line with ice buildup.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand washing sink on expo station.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed label on clean plastic lexan. Operator removed label and sent pan to dish area to be rewarded.
Oct 6, 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged/stained ceiling tiles entering the kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf over three compartment sink.
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak over pooled eggs in reach in cooler on cook's. Line. Operator moved steak to lowest shelf during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle on pass through shelf on cook's line with yellow liquid. Operator labeled bottle during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tile by entry to kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cambros wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter and cream cheese scoop in water 127F on expo line. Operator changed water and water is now above 135F.
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in men's bathroom. Operator refilled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in handicap stall of men's bathroom. Operator refilled.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed inside of oven on cook's line with buildup of food debris.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware in a basket by dishwasher food contact surface up.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection 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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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cook line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The GM removed knife from in between equipment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 25, 2023Inspection 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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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook open equipment doors on cook's line with Clean single use gloves, use ladle and spatula, then add ready to eat blueberries to pancakes without changing gloves. Discussed glove usage and hand washing with operator.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on equipment door handles on cook's line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf across from three compartment sink wet nesting.
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.