ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE
1840 S FEDERAL HWY, Delray Beach FL 33483 · 5612760769
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours...eggs spinner at kitchen. Employee cleaned.
★ 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--2024072333 | Oct 15, 2024 | Jan 14, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2022059279 | Dec 8, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
9 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 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....chlorine 200++ppm.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at 95 degrees Fahrenheit at cook line. Cook removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...smoked salmon above cooked sausages in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored food.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands...server brought dirty dishes from customers table and then handle cleaned plate, serve drinks, serve food without washing hands. Discuss with employee.
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less...shell eggs stored in cook line being held less than 4 hours. Employee removed to walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit....butter control with Time, after 4 hours employee removed to reach in cooler....Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit....hot holding home fries potatoes 96F, sausage 117F in cook line, employee not answer how long food being held.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.... egg wash 57F, yellow eggwash 47F at cook line, food not prepped or portioned today, food being held less than 4 hours. Employee removed to walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit....butter control with Time, after 4 hours employee removed to reach in cooler. See stop sale. Employee discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit....hot holding home fries potatoes 96F, sausage 117F in cook line, employee not answer how long food being held. Employee discarded food. Stop sale issue.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Calibrated 35F
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch at dishwashing machine drain pipe.
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....chlorine 00 ppm. Operator set up triple sink to wash utensils.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation....pan cake batter mixed with raw egg wash, butter milk was prepped 9/23/25, blintzes prepped 9/19/25 in walk in cooler. stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.... Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation....pan cake batter mixed with raw egg wash, butter milk was prepped 9/23/25, blintzes prepped 9/19/25 in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...bacon 45F in flip top reach in cooler, food not prepped or portion today, food being held less than 4 hours. Employee removed food to acceptable cooler.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.... Due to broken thermometer
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths....chlorine
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at prep station. Employee provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dead roaches on premises...3 dead roaches on sticky trap at dishwashing area. Employee cleaned
Water draining onto floor surface from dishwashing machine.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection 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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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager chained tanks
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign next to ice machine faded
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind dish machine
Oct 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours...eggs spinner at kitchen. Employee cleaned.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... 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....butter at front line being held more than 4 hours.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sausage patties 54F, sausage 47-51F, sausage links 49F, ham 54F, turkey bacon 52F in flip top reach in cooler across from grill at kitchen and shredded cheese 49F, yellow cheese 53F, white cheese 47F, cut tomatoes 50F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...sausage patties 54F, sausage 47-51F, sausage links 49F, ham 54F, turkey bacon 52F in flip top reach in cooler across from grill at kitchen and shredded cheese 49F, yellow cheese 53F, white cheese 47F, cut tomatoes 50F in flip reach in cooler by the eggs mixer station... food not prepped or portion today, food being held more than 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
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....butter at front line being held more than 4 hours. See stop sale. Employee discarded food.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Chlorine test kit wrapped. Employee removed.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Cook unable answer cold hold temperature. Reviewed with Cook
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored...ice scoop stored directly top of the ice machine. Employee removed
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container...whipped cream scoop with food stored in room temperature at front line. Employee removed scoop.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...slice cheese 51° in flip top one door reach in cooler by the kitchen being held less than 4 hours,employee discarded cheese. Other TCS food was at 41°-43° in same cooler.
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...egg wash 53° at cook line, no time mar. Per employee food being held less than 4 hours. Employee discarded food.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled...sanitizer spray bottle. Employee labeled
Bathroom facility not clean... dirty toilet bowl, men and women bathroom
Food stored on floor....sugar, employee covered
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment...both bathroom
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name....sugar, salt, employee labeled
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.... Shell eggs stored in room temperatures at cook line. Per manager food being held less than four hours. Employee moved to walk in cooler.
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...bacon 49°, shredded cheese 52°, slice cheese 52°, ham 51°, sausage 49°, impossible burger 62°, slice tomatoes 64°, turkey burger 54°, chicken petty 45° in flip top reach in cooler across from grill and omelette cooler at kitchen, food being held more than 4 hours... Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding Hallandale sauce 113° at front line hot holding counter, per employee food being held more than four hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit... food not portion or prep today bacon 49°, shredded cheese 52°, slice cheese 52°, ham 51°, sausage 49°, impossible burger 62°, slice tomatoes 64°, turkey burger 54°, chicken petty 45° in flip top reach in cooler across from grill and omelette cooler at kitchen, food being held more than 4 hours.stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit...hot holding Hallandale sauce 113° at front line hot holding counter, per employee food being held more than four hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded food.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing...stored container lid At cook line handwashing sink. Employee moved...dumped ice in handwashing sink at front line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses...at front counter several wet cloth stored. Employee moved
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at kitchen.
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.