IHOP

2529 N 75th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85035

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, IHOP has seven inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

IHOP's latest score of 90 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: -- Multiple cutting boards throughout the kitchen and on food prep line observed with heavy scoring and discoloration. Cutting surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Repair or replace cutting board prior to the next routine inspection

4-501.12

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: -- Multiple employees observed working with exposed foods such as prepping orders with bracelets on wrists. Reviewed jewelry restrictions with the PIC: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, while preparing food, food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands. Requested jewelry be removed or restrained by glove (if wearing for religious purposes) at the time of inspection

2-303.11

Oct 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw in-shell eggs and container of pooled raw eggs stored above container of hash browns in reach-in refrigerator on cookline. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. Person-in-charge (PIC) properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code

3-302.11(A1-2)

Jun 30, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Floor sinks to ice machine and food prep sink are clogged and not able to drain. PIC stated plumber has already been contacted

5-205.15(A)

Apr 8, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cutting board observed having a sandwich cut on its surface. An unpeeled banana was also on the surface of the cutting board. PIC stated the boards are washed, rinsed, and sanitized once a day in the morning around 5:00 AM. PIC had the cutting board washed, rinsed, and sanitized after discussion about cleaning frequencies with inspector. Please ensure food contact surfaces that have TCS food items contact them are switched out for clean ones, or fully washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air-dried, every 4 hours

4-702.11

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The cook cracked two raw shelled eggs into a pan and then, without first washing his hands, handled ready to eat biscuits while preparing a customer order. The cook was asked to wash his hands and did so. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection

2-301.14

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: There is a gap at the bottom of the back door. Repair or replace door sweep to eliminate the gap

6-202.15

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was IHOP last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at IHOP on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does IHOP compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

IHOP most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has IHOP's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at IHOP have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at IHOP 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, IHOP is inspected around four times per year on average.

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