IHOP
Last inspected: May 20, 2025
67
Score
IHOP appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on May 20, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting IHOP on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Mop sink faucet was observed in poor repair (leak).
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (hashbrown cutter and utensil) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items were taken out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of oil (in spray bottle) are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (prep units and low boy) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility (including walk-in freezer) have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
67
May 6, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee was observed touching ready to eat food (pancakes) with bare hands. Food employees must not touch exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment. PIC discarded.
3-301.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Mop sink faucet was observed in poor repair (leak)
5-205.15
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Batter was observed held at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC placed in freezer for active cooling.
3-501.16(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. PIC labeled.
7-102.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food product was observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. PIC removed.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. -knifes, -hash brown cutters, -batter dispenser, -waffle maker. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC placed in dish area to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Frozen bag of soup was observed thawing in hand sink. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. PIC removed and placed walk-in cooler.
3-501.13
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of liquid and dry ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -prep units, -storage shelfs (including upper and lower shelves), -table under flat tops, -knife holder, -floor mixer shield, -lowboy coolers.
4-602.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and floor drains throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
35
Jun 5, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is in poor repair. Observed side door missing from dumpster. Per PIC, work order submitted and waiting for new door.
5-501.111
95
May 23, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: The plumbing to the faucet (mop sink) and ice well are in poor repair. Leak and clogging observed. System to be maintain in good repair.
5-205.15
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (mixer blade and ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and black residue/debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Units taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was IHOP last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at IHOP on file is from May 20, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at IHOP?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at IHOP.
How does IHOP compare to other restaurants in Providence?
IHOP most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has IHOP's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at IHOP have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at IHOP means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is IHOP inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, IHOP is inspected around two times per year on average.
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