International House of Pancakes
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
41
Score
International House of Pancakes has been inspected six times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “proper hot holding temperatures” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Restaurants in Fayetteville average 82, so International House of Pancakes trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Followup
4 critical violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hot TCS food stored below 135 F on the make line (turkey sausage); facility had placed this product on the counter instead of on a mechanical heat source. COS. CA. To be discarded 4 hours from when it was reheated/cooked. Code: TCS food that uses hot holding as a control for safety shall be held at 135 F or higher.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS food stored above 41 F in a prep top on the line (tomatoes, cheese, spinach, ham, turkey) and observed cold TCS stored above 41 F in the waiter alley (whipped butter, cheese, cut melons). COS. CA. To be discarded 6 hours from when they were brought out as the items are remaining under 70 F in the units. Code: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility is attempting to use time as a public health control, however, they do not have a written policy for it. RCA: Create a time as a public health control policy and maintain it at the facility. Code: Facilities using time as a public health control for TCS foods shall indicate the time it was placed out or the time of discard, have a written policy, and follow that written policy.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle kept on the counter at the waiter station in the lobby and observed that the facility is keeping their sanitizer solution for wet wiping cloths with/above food and food preparation surfaces. COS. CA. Items moved. Code: Chemicals shall be stored in a manner that prevents contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink in single-use cup with a lid and no straw that was on the line and observed employee drink in reusable tumbler at the waiter alley. COS. CA: Removed. Code: Employee drinks shall be in a single-use cup with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed that the most recent inspection report was not posted. RCA and Code: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the primary door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable from a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils stored in water that was below 135 F (stirrers at wait station) and observed that on the line that the handle for a spatula was stored in product due to the product being filled up so high. RCA and Code: In-use utensils shall be stored using approved means, such as under running water, in hot (135 F) water, in the product with the handle above the level of the product, or in /on a clean container/surface.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris under shelves and equipment, under equipment on the line was particularly noticable. RCA and Code: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed containers stacked while wet. RCA and Code: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the gasket at the rear exterior door has been damaged with causes there to be a gap along the door and appears to be preventing the door from closing completely/sealing correctly. COS. CA. Door was closed and locked; when locked, the gap is noticably smaller though still present. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight-fitting.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
41
Dec 5, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 14 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large amounts of TCS food stored above 41 F (sour cream, butter, cheese, melons, ham, lettuce, tomatoes, chicken, spinach, eggs, milk). COS. Items to be discarded 6 hours from when they were brought out; the prep top at the service line had items discarded immediately as they had been present over night. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility is attempting to use time as a public health control, however, they do not have a written policy for it. CA: Facilities using time as a public health control for TCS foods shall indicate the times, have a written policy, and follow that written policy.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Obsered unlabeled spray bottles near the 3-compartment sink and in the service line area. COS. Bottles labeled. CA: Working containers of chemicals shall be labeled with the common name of the product.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility is keeping creamer pourer in the hand sink at the waiter station. COS. Removed. CA: Hand sinks shall be kept clear and accessible at all times.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility has a heat sanitizing dishmachine, however, the facility does not have the means to test it. CA: The facility shall have a means to test each type of sanitizing method used in the facility.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed in-use utensils stored in water that was below 135 F. CA: In-use utensils shall be stored using approved means, such as under running water, in hot (135 F) water, in the product with the handle above the level of the product, or in /on a clean container/surface.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed containers stacked while wet. CA: Containers shall be thoroughly air dried prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed bowls stored upright without overhead protection. CA: Plates/bowls/utensils shall be covered or inverted to protect from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed that not all of the ambient thermometers inside of units were accurate based on food and inspector thermometer.CA: Ambient thermometers shall be well maintained and be accurate.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris inside of units. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed that the 3-compartment sink had a slow drip from the base of the faucet and that the spray hose at the dishpit had a large leak. CA: Plumbing system and fixtures shall be maintained in a state of good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris under shelves and equipment throughout the facility. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Obsevred employee drinks in a reuseable tumbler style cup and in a screw cap bottle. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall be in a single-use cup with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing bracelets while preparing food. COS. Jewelry removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
35
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored in a bottle and in a single-use cup without a lid or straw that were stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. All drinks discarded. CA: Employee drinks shall be in a single-use cup with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed that the most recent inspection report was not posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted within 15 feet of the primary door, 5-7 feet from the floor, readable from a distance of 1 foot away, and in a conspicuous place.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on the floors under shelves and in corners. CA:Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Jan 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS foods stored below 41 F (sour cream, cheese, butter, melons). COS. Items discarded by the PIC. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility appears to have a heat sanitizing dishmachine, however, the facility does not have the means to test it. CA: The facility shall have a means to test each type of sanitizer used in the facility.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored in single-use cups both with and without straws (such as a coffee cup with lid) that were stored on cutting boards and with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. All drinks discarded. CA: Employee drinks shall be in a single-use cup with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed thawed, raw salmon stored in reduced-oxygen packaging that was stored under refrigeration. COS. Removed from packaging. CA: Fish stored in reduced-oxygen packaging shall remain frozen and shall be removed from the packaging prior to or immediately upon completion of thawing.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing bracelets while preparing food. COS. Jewelry removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored in sanitizer solution that was not at the appropriate concentration. COS. Sanitizer was hand poured to get concentrations correct. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in a sanitizer solution at the appropriate concentration between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris inside of units. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed that one of the front doors does not consistently close completely and that when closed completely there is a gap above the door. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight-fitting.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
58
Jul 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: All equipment must be kept clean to prevent possible overhead contamination. Inside/upper surface of wait station microwave needs additional cleaned. Cleaned while on site.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: All openings leading outside must have self closers so they seal closed tightly. Rear exit door does not close tightly. Adjust self closer.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
86
Jan 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cold TCS foods stored below 41 F (sour cream, cheese, pork, chicken, eggs, beef, tomatoes). COS. Items discarded by the PIC. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
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 Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at International House of Pancakes?
Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at International House of Pancakes.
How does International House of Pancakes compare to other restaurants in Fayetteville?
International House of Pancakes most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Fayetteville average of 82.
Has International House of Pancakes' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at International House of Pancakes have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at International House of Pancakes means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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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