ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE
10599 W ATLANTIC BLVD, Pompano Beach FL 33071 · 954.255.8080
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed small crawling ant like insects on prep table and in bulk container of sugar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024057515 | Aug 27, 2024 | Feb 17, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024036579 | Jun 19, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee cracks raw shell eggs and then touch clean plate before changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employees then change gloves and wash his hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bacon and ham cold held at 45F in refrigerator drawer. Per operator, both items transferred to unit less than 2 hours. Operator placed ice packs on items for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausages hot held at 116F at cook line. Per operator, sausages reheat and remained at cook line 30 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator reheat to 169F.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food container stored inside a hand wash sink in kitchen area. Operator removed both
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black substance buildup inside ice machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed various cases with food items stored on storage floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases with takeout containers stored on dry storage floor.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container wi pancake batter stored in walk in cooler.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed dishwasher handling dirty dishes and then using their personal phone. Immediately after using phone operator resumed work by touching clean equipment at clean ware washing rack.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in kitchen cook line (far left side) blocked by small flip top
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator in dish washing area using hand wash sink to fill food grade container
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Upon arrival employee stated food manager is not currently present in establishment.
Stored food not covered. In 3 door reach in freezer, hamburger patty in container left uncovered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw vacuum sealed steaks in a container, thawing in standing water inside food prep sink.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed small crawling ant like insects on prep table and in bulk container of sugar
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator touched ready to eat food and clean plates with gloves after cleaning kitchen counter with used rag
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed small crawling ant like insects on prep table and in bulk container of sugar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold table; liquid eggs (41-53F - Cold Holding). As per operator, foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit less than 4hrs. Observed not properly seated in ice bath.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Old cooler blocking hand wash sink in kitchen
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator has no written document. Explained and provided written plan
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In kitchen above cook line, light shield broken
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen cook has multiple used rags in cook line, not stored in sanitizer bucket(s)
Jun 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by dish washing area blocked by car. Operator moved Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By handwashing sink on wait station. Operator restocked Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Insect control device installed over food preparation area. By back exit and above food prep table. Meat slicer directly under bug zapper. Priority: Basic
Observed: Stored food not covered. Food underneath flip top cooler for omelettes, not covered Priority: Basic
Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk food container by office door and storage room not labeled Priority: Basic
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In 3 door reach in freezer in prep area, open cases of raw burgers and individual steaks above containers non- commercially portioned wrapped cheese, frozen blueberries, and open case of commercial ready to eat turkey bacon. Manager rearranged dll,items for proper separation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, open case of raw sausage patties on shelf above container of portioned ham steaks. Man rearranged for proper separation.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on main kitchen FLATTOP - cooked sausage links (110-112F - Hot Holding); cooked sausage patties (124F - Hot Holding), Per employee both cooked approximately 30-45 minutes. Observed pan not in contact with flattop to maintain heat. Employee placed sausages back to oven to reheat above 165F for proper hot holding.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By base of exit door beside mop sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table to right of cookline cold well.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Visible gap bottom right corner of exposed emergency door.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall covering panels loose near fire exit door and main back door in kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in contact with corn meal in bulk container in prep area.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Soiled dry wiping cloth at cook line. Employee removed cloth and replaced with folded glean cloth.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping cloth stored inside hand wash sink. Operator removed
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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Side emergency exit door, gap in bottom right corner.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored in back hand wash sink area. Operator stored properly
Aug 28, 2024□ 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen, right side, blocked by not in use floor mounted frying machine.
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 small roach on kitchen office window, located next to dishwashing area. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area. Observed 1 small roach inside kitchen office, underneath office desk. Operator killed, cleaned and sanitized area.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time mark on raw shell eggs on cold table next to stove. Per operator eggs placed less than 2hrs ago. Operator placed time mark.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in kitchen, right side, blocked by not in use floor mounted frying machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage room CO2 tanks not secured
Dead roaches on premises. 1 small dead roach on floor inside employee bathroom, adjacent to walk in cooler. Operator disposed cleaned and sanitized area. 1 small dead roach on dry food storage area floor. Operator disposed, cleaned and sanitized area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpack on shelf over equipment in kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Multiple dry storage containers containing flour, sugar, and non fat dry milk, handles in direct contact with food items. Operator removed
Jun 20, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 19, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed at preparation area. Employee removed earbuds then put gloves on and continue to work with food without washing hands. Operator educated employee on proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands before putting gloves on.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed at storage room near expo line - approximately 10 small flying insects.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed at ice machine in kitchen approximately 30 lives roaches. Additionally 2 roaches in oven at cookline.
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. Hollandaise Sauce was prepared at 8:00am. A time mark was applied.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at dishwasher area - Jar in handwashing sink. Operator removed item.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at both handwashing sinks in kitchen. Operator provided soap for both sinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed by expo line - employee's food container stored next to ready to eat jelly. additionally personal phone on preparing table by tea dispenser. Operator removed and stored properly.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed at handwashing sink in kitchen next to doorway.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink. Operator stored properly
Feb 15, 2024Inspection 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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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. Dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean pots from dishwasher without washing hands. Employee washed hands and put gloves on. Utensils re washed and sanitized
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee rest room Manager replaced paper towel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed wiping cloth in Sanitizing solution
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee at cook line washed hands for approximately 5 seconds before putting on new gloves. Reviewed proper procedures and employee rewashed hands correctly.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket at cook line and sanitizer spray bottle at expo station greater than 500ppm quaternary.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Empty sanitizer bucket in handsink beside stacked ovens. Employee removed bucket.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit available.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in bottle on cart by server station. Manager labeled for sanitizer.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding tiles missing in dry storage room off server station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1) Employee cell phone on prep table by stove. 2) Employee cell phone and keys above clean pans on shelf opposite dish machine.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Three soiled wiping cloths on cook line.
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.