IHOP #36-227
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
78
Score
IHOP #36-227 appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 17, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
By comparison, the average Pinellas Park facility scores 82, putting IHOP #36-227 on the weaker side. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Rack used for clean spoons hanging.
22-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer left side near door
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold like substance on drying racks for dishes. Discussed with operator.
23-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado inside reach in cooler at cook line with visible stickers cut in half
08B-39-4
78
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. 4 door reach reach in cooler rack rust.
22-31-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Box of chocolates chips uncovered in walk in cooler. Employee covered **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
86
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Oct 2, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee stocked towels at hand sink next to dish machine. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior soiled with food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Exterior dish machine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled under equipment and throughout cook line with food.
36-73-4
78
Aug 30, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters above ice machine dated for 3/9/2023.
29-28-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Clean slicers stored under prep sink soiled with food debris. Manager sent slicers to dish machine. Employee washed and sanitized items. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice interior soiled with black substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
74
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
41
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tomato slicer soiled with food debris stored under prep table in prep area.
22-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Equipment door handles, microwave handle on kitchen cook line soiled with build up food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Data plate unreadable.
16-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on condenser inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave ceiling interior soiled with food debris on kitchen cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Manager printed choking poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Manager provided last inspection report. **Corrected On-Site**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line gaskets soiled with food debris. Grease build up on heating lamps at food expo on kitchen cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Disposable cleaning towels stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to storage racks. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
61
Jul 18, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hollandaise 125 degrees Fahrenheit Gravy 127 degrees Fahrenheit Steam table turned up **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can.
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 cook
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 cook
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line gaskets
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Drink was moved to employee area of the cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temperature. Foods placed in water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over cooked bacon in walk in cooler. Tomatoes were moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
55
Mar 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board staining
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 people cooking.
13-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave ceiling
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line gaskets
23-03-4
74
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was IHOP #36-227 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at IHOP #36-227 on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at IHOP #36-227?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with mold like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at IHOP #36-227.
How does IHOP #36-227 compare to other restaurants in Pinellas Park?
IHOP #36-227 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Pinellas Park average of 82.
Has IHOP #36-227's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at IHOP #36-227 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at IHOP #36-227 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 #36-227 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, IHOP #36-227 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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