INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-83
1425 S US HWY 1, Stuart FL 34994 · 772.220.3452
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (46F cold holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line Per operator food left out of temperature from cooler door opening for approximately 1 hour Operator closed reach in cooler door to chill items back to 43F
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed cook wash hands for less than 5 seconds at cook line hand wash sink then put new gloves on Advised employees of proper hand washing for employees to wash hands properly
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced tomatoes (46F cold holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line Per operator food left out of temperature from cooler door opening for approximately 1 hour Operator closed reach in cooler door to chill items back to 43F
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored over restaurant food inside walk on cooler Observed head phones stored on prep table on kitchen Operator removed items
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed frying equipment soiled with grease build up
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 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 chlorine dishwasher machine at 0ppm with empty sanitizing bucket. Operator replaced with new sanitizer and reran dish machine to 50 ppm.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed servers handling dirty dishes back to dish pit then proceeding to grab clean plates and food equipment from front counter.
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 Observed pancake batter, sausages on cook line on time as a public health control with no time stamp, per operator, items placed at 6:30AM food left out for approximately 3 hours Operator placed correct time stamp for remaining.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at cook line, walk in cooler and walk in freezer floors.
Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw chicken patties over fully cooked sausage patties at reach in freezer on cook line. Both products not in commercial packaging. Operator stored products properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter packets (60F - Cold Holding) Observed on ice bath at server expo area. Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Advised operator to use time control. Advised operator to place time stamp for remaining 2 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. link sausage (116-120F - Hot Holding) Observed sitting on wire rack over flat top grill. Per operator, out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Advised operator to put on time control. Advised operator to place time stamp for remaining 3.5 hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at flip top cooler on cook line soiled with mold like substance.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At cook line and employee restroom hand wash sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Not available at time of inspection. Operator is in possession of a DBPR time as public health control template. Advised operator to fill out time control procedure template.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Shelf date sticker observed on clean food storage container at clean dish storage rack. Operator removed food storage container to be cleaned and sanitized.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By floor mixer.
Nov 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent covered in dust above hand wash sink at cook line.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted at ice bin in back kitchen area.
Oct 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 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 dish machine at 0ppm- operator set up triple sink with quaternary sanitizer at 400ppm.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw egg, change gloves without washing hands then proceed to handle pancake batter equipment at cook line. Employee washed hands properly.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile in back storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent covered in dust above hand wash sink at cook line.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted at ice bin in back kitchen area.
Food stored under dripping water line. Observed bottles of sauce stored under a plastic container catching dripping water from ceiling tile.
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Dishmachine chlorine 0ppm. Advised operator to set up 3 compartment sink for proper wash, rinse, and sanitizing. Operator set up 3 compartment sink.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handle frozen breaded raw chicken with gloves then dropped inside fryer, then changed gloves then handled clean utensils and plates with out washing hands first. Educated employee. Employee washed hands
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed two partially open ice cream tubs full with build up ice leaking from walk in freezer condenser.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed on Buttermilk station cooler and inside walk-in cooler deep containers with pancake batter with eggs at 9:30am(47F -51F cooling) per operator product cooling since 1:30am. Product didn't cool to 41F within 4 hours. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed on Buttermilk station cooler and inside walk-in cooler deep containers with pancake batter with eggs at 9:30am(47F -51F cooling) per operator product cooling since 1:30am. Product didn't cool to 41F within 4 hours. See Stop Sale
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by dishwasher area, on second floor employee restrooms and guest restrooms Operator provided
No soap provided at handwash sink on second floor employee restrooms Operator provided
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At women's restrooms
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. link sausage (120F - Hot Holding) Observed cooked sausage links resting on wire rack on top of flat top grill. Per operator, product out of temperature for 1 hour. Operator returned to flat top, 145F (hot holding).
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed lack of Vacuum breaker for hose Bibb outdoor mop sink. Advised operator to purchase and install vacuum breaker at home improvement store.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink on cook line. Per operator, dispenser was removed due to disrepair and will be replaced. Inspector advised putting bottled hand soap at hand wash sink until new soap dispenser is installed.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator uses time control for pancake batter, no time control procedure provided at time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on bin of clean flatware at dish area. Employee removed cell phone, washed and sanitized flatware.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At guest restrooms. Per operator, employees are permitted to use guest restrooms.
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.