IHOP 36-158
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
78
Score
IHOP 36-158 has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to the broader Miami Springs restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - 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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by fryer in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled by fryer in kitchen.
22-16-4
78
Oct 20, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on shelf in back kitchen. Operator stored containers in order to be air dried. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed by reach in cooler in kitchen, and behind cook line.
36-73-4
90
Oct 14, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed hash browns (50F - Cooling) inside Walk in cooler. As per food sticker hash browns were hydrated October 13th, 2025 in the afternoon.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and touching clean spatula in kitchen without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator and employee were trained on proper hand washing techniques. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
High Priority - 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. Observed hash browns (50F - Cooling) inside Walk in cooler. As per food sticker hash browns were hydrated October 13th, 2025 in the afternoon.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed hash brown stored inside plastic container and completely covered.
03D-15-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers on shelf in back kitchen. Operator stored containers in order to be air dried. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Ice bags stored on Walk in freezer floor. Operator removed bags from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink by mop room.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer and reach in coolers gaskets in cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
43
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pancake batter (45 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator batter has been outside for 30 minutes. Operator stored batter inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside chocolate chips container on front counter. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet plastic containers in back kitchen. Operator placed container in order to be air dried. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated under and behind cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout inside kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled white microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed by ice cream reach in freezer. Operator provided sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior. Operator cleaned interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
45
Jun 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-03: At time of callback inspection observed Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed inside garbage area.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water shut off at employee handwash sink because HWS is broken.
27-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in front of ice machine. Operator provided paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prep table at front counter. Operator removed phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease behind and under cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave on shelf inside kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cups box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored mop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket with sanitizer stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
50
Jun 2, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
74
Mar 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside Mop room.
38-07-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket with sanitizer stored by clean containers at front counter. Operator stored bucket correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored Mop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
78
Aug 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw liquid eggs over cut ham inside reach in cooler at the of cook line. Operator removed eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink not in use on left side of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed plastic container stored on back kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-26-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers stored on shelf by ware washing area.
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets by cook line. Operator clean them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was IHOP 36-158 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at IHOP 36-158 on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at IHOP 36-158?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at IHOP 36-158.
How does IHOP 36-158 compare to other restaurants in Miami Springs?
IHOP 36-158 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Springs average of 78.
Has IHOP 36-158's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at IHOP 36-158 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at IHOP 36-158 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is IHOP 36-158 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, IHOP 36-158 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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