INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-87
7990 MIRAMAR PKWY, Miramar FL 33023 · 954.981.7489
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 live small flying insects in upstairs' storage area away from the kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023044083 | Jul 31, 2023 | Aug 23, 2023 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Observed employee handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from Dishmachine without washing hands and putting on gloves. Employee washed hands and put gloves on.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at handwash sink
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Operator posted Procedures.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at cook line has marks and is no longer cleanable
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in freezer door not properly fitted
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed surface of stoves and other non food contact area in kitchen soiled with grease and food debris
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 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. Sanitizer 0 PPM. Manager replaced sanitizer solution during inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink in back of establishment.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean containers on shelf next to exit door.
Standing water in mop sink.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 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. Employee loaded the dishwashing machine with dirty dishes and proceeded to handle clean dishes and containers without first removing gloves or washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Flip top lower Reach in Cooler-; Cheesecake filling (50F - Cold Holding) 2) Walk in Cooler- Cooked Mashed Potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Butter (49F - Cold Holding); Whipped Butter (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Individual Butter (54F - Cold Holding); Hash Browns (50F - Cold Holding); Provolone Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese Sauce (51F); Ham (54F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed ice buildup in back of fans and on pipes in walk in cooler. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Flip top lower Reach in Cooler-; Cheesecake filling (50F - Cold Holding) 2) Walk in Cooler- Cooked Mashed Potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Butter (49F - Cold Holding); Whipped Butter (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Individual Butter (54F - Cold Holding); Hash Browns (50F - Cold Holding); Provolone Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cheese Sauce (51F); Ham (54F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. Observed ice buildup in back of fans and on pipes in walk in cooler. See stop sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Waffle maker soiled.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door in dining room.
Walk in cooler in poor repair. Instructed Manager not to store TCS items in unit until repair is made. Observed ice buildup in back of fans.
Feb 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Hydrated Hash Browns (56F - Cooling) Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw beef in walk in cooler. Manager inverted.
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. Walk in Cooler- Hydrated Hash Browns (56F - Cooling) Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Server's Station-; Whipped Butter (50F - Cold Holding) Flip Top-; Marinara Sauce (55F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in units less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager add ice to quick chill.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Front of flat top.
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top-; Marinara Sauce (56-58F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (54-56F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip Top-; Marinara Sauce (56-58F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (54-56F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See stop sale.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Dishwashing machine chlorine 200ppm. Instructed Manager to use triple sink for now until sanitizer reach 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Waffle Maker on prep table next to kitchen soiled.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen. Email sign to operator.
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee failed to washed hands before putting on gloves and reached out for a plate to fix customer's food after using personal phone. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Walk in cooler: Shredded cheese exceeded 7 days. Expired 11-08. See stop sale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Walk in cooler: Shredded cheese exceeded 7 days. Expired 11-08. See stop sale
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. Flip top-; Sliced tomatoes at 10AM (48F - Cooling) since 6:30 AM. Rechecked at 10:30 to 46F. 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. Flip top-; Sliced tomatoes at 10AM (48F - Cooling) since 6:30 AM. Rechecked at 10:30 to 46F. See stop sale.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dough maker and garbage can stored in front of hand washing sink in kitchen. Manager removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hairnet during inspection.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.Light shield above Traulsen Freezer entrance of kitchen.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Empty boxes and garbage bags stored in front of exit door. Manager removed.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 31, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. 1) Employee handled raw meat and then engage in food preparation without first removing gloves nor washed hands. Reviewed proper hands washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands correctly. 2)Employee washed hands without soap, wiped hands on clothing,then handled plated food.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 live small flying insects in upstairs' storage area away from the kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1) Bag of raw chicken stored on above bags of vanilla sauce in walk in freezer. Manager inverted. Cases of raw eggs stored above container of hot dogs and cases of liquid eggs in walk in cooler. Employee inverted.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Time marked Butter at frontline not discarded after 4 hours. Time marked to discard at 10:22am. Not discarded by 10:36 AM. See Stop Sale.
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. Tomatoes at 9:30 AM (49F - Cooling) since 6:30AM. Rechecked at 10:36 AM to (49F- Cooling).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. TBone Steak (50F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (49F); Angus (50F - Cold Holding); Steak strips (50F - Cold Holding); Steak tips (51F - Cold Holding); Smoked sausage (51F); Sour cream (58F); Shredded cheese (51F); Cut Mellon (49F). Per Manager truck delivery today, door left open for about 1 hour. Door closed. Foods ice down. Observed condenser leaking water. 4 Doors reach in-; Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Raw steak (47F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding). Food came from walk-in cooler. Iced down. Coke Line Flip top-; Cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Pancake batter (51F Food came from walk-in cooler. Iced down.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Time marked Butter at frontline not discarded after 4 hours. Time marked to discard at 10:22am. Not discarded by 10:36 AM. 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. Tomatoes at 9:30 AM (49F - Cooling) since 6:30AM. Rechecked at 10:36 AM to (49F- Cooling)
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bucket of pickles stored on floor in walk in cooler. Employee elevated.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of ice machine soiled. Cutting boards soiled at cookline.
Working containers of food (oil) removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled oil squeeze bottles during inspection.
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