IHOP

1802 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jan 2, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at IHOP stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 2, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surfaces” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

IHOP's latest score of 100 sits above the Warwick average of 86. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 2, 2026

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Sep 3, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: The sink & surface sanitizer concentration in the sanitizing solution of sanitization bucket was 170 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the sanitizer must be between 272-700 ppm. PIC changed out sanitizer bucket and concentration was higher. PIC will put in a service order to have sanitizer concentration adjusted.

4-501.114

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the (chlorine) sanitizing solution for the (dishwasher). Chlorine sanitizing concentration shall be between 50ppm-100ppm.

4-302.14

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The drain plug for the outside dumpster is missing. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must have drain plugs in place.

5-501.114

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor throughout the kitchen and ware-washing areas is in poor repair (grout missing). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety certified with RIDOH CFP.

2-102.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The double door to the outside, located in the front of the establishment, is not tight-fitting. Observed double door not shutting properly. Per interview with PIC a service order was put in. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust/residue: 1.Fan located in the continental refrigerator 2. Fans in walk-in cooler Non-food surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.

4-601.11(B)

Nov 4, 2024

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Sep 12, 2024

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The sink & surface sanitizer concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the sanitizer must be between 704-1875 ppm of lactic acid. PIC was instructed to use dispenser from another location for the sanitizer.

4-501.114

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair or improper adjustment: 1) The ice guard of the ice machine was missing screws and falling 2) The counters on the cookline were observed improperly welded

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces were observed with an accumulatino of debris: 1) The fan covers of multiple refrigeration units had dust and biofilm 2) The food storage racks inside of the walk-in cooler had biofilm and other debris

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor throughout the kitchen and ware-washing areas is in poor repair (grout missing). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: Some ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen, ware-washing, and storage areas are made of a material that is not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-101.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The ceiling vents have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Nov 30, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety certified with RIDOH. Application printed for PIC.

2-102.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The reach in unit was observed icing over. Units must be maintained in good repair. Unit to be serviced/repaired/replaced.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was IHOP last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at IHOP on file is from Jan 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at IHOP?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at IHOP.

How does IHOP compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

IHOP most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has IHOP's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at IHOP have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the 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 two times per year on average.

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