International House of Pancakes
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, International House of Pancakes has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 22, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
International House of Pancakes' latest score of 100 sits above the Tallahassee average of 87. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Steak 47F American cheese 47F Pumpkin pancake batter 66F Country gravy 51F. **See stop sale**. Observed Liquid egg cold holding for less than 4 hours at 66F. Operator placed food item inside reach in cooler during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken at floor next to food prep table in kitchen area.
36-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of liquid butter stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly placed food item during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets accumulated with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
24-18-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box boxes containing catering trays and paper food containers stored on floor inside dry storage area. Operator properly placed boxes during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind fryers soiled with grease and food debris
36-27-5
55
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food item cold holding less than 4 hours: Diced tomatoes 47F. Operator placed tomatoes inside walk in cooler during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Observed grease trap on cook line overflowing onto floor. Employees are not able to walk through. **Warning**
28-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen accumulated with dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils facing up on drying dish rack. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine not properly sanitizing dishes during time of inspection. I informed operator to Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing on cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters accumulated with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean dish pans with old labels stuck to them.
16-46-4
55
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of bacon inside bottom reach in cooler on cook line.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Trash on floor and toilet seat not clean in women's bathroom.
32-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen accumulated with dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove molding underneath handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed silverware stored upright at server prep table.
24-18-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cream cheese icing and creamy shortening on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
61
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Jul 31, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pancake batter in walk in cooler not date marked. GM placed label on pancake batter. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean utensils not stored inverted in servers area.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed staff no hair restraint cooking. Employee put on hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed floors throughout the kitchen area with food and paper.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed sanitizer bucket under grill with WC full of debris. GM disposed of water and initiated clean water with sanitizing solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-11-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon thawing in reach in cooler, no slit to allow oxygen
06-01-5
70
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pancake batter. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut watermelon in walk in cooler no date. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food container in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in walls near baseboards in several areas.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed oven with grease build up and debris cooks line.
23-03-4
67
Mar 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink across from stove top to only read at 84 F. Manager states plumber is coming out on 3/6/23. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside hand washing sink across from stove top.
31A-11-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed hand washing sink left of dish machine to be missing the faucet.
29-09-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall behind hand washing sink across from stove top.
36-24-5
74
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was International House of Pancakes last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at International House of Pancakes on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at International House of Pancakes?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at International House of Pancakes.
How does International House of Pancakes compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
International House of Pancakes most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has International House of Pancakes' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at International House of Pancakes have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at International House of Pancakes 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 International House of Pancakes inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, International House of Pancakes is inspected around three times per year on average.
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