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IHOP 36-222

Food safety records indicate IHOP 36-222 in PLANTATION has 7 inspections with a 3.1/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

1393 South University Drive
Florida, 33324
Broward County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/16/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13493930

  • 32-12-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-16: Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Time Extended**
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm-corrected to 100ppm). Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-16: Observed 0ppm at dishwasher, establishment set up 3 compartment sink to 300 PPM QUATERNARY. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**

Inspection Date: 8/15/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10895950

  • 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed chipped knives in the back prep area. Operator removed chipped knives. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm-corrected to 100ppm). Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 35A-02-7:High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects by soda machines in back area by dishwasher landing in boxes for soda. Additionally 2 small flying insects by prep area in back dishwashing area landing on walls. Warning
  • 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat tortillas in walk in freezer and items were not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 12A-02-4:High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server touch dirty plates then cooked ready to eat sausage. Educated operator on proper handwashing procedures and server washed hands properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler on expo line in an overfilled metal pan. As per operator items were brought to expo line approximately 2 hours ago. Operator removed overfilled portion and voluntarily discarded overfilled portion. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at front right handwashing sink. Operator added soap. Corrected On-Site Warning

Inspection Date: 12/5/2024

  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee placed Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream in chest Freezer
  • 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish washer handled dirty dishes then dried hands with paper towel then removed clean plates from dishwasher. Dish washer washed hands and put gloves on Corrected On-Site
  • 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by plastic kegs. Hand sink across from ice machine. Manager removed plastic buckets from in front of hand wash sink Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 8/19/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed buildup of debris under beverage station. Repeat Violation
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator removed,cleaned, and sanitized. Corrected On-Site
  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in coolers.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed three spray bottles with no labels. Operator labeled properly. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 4/30/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8663759

  • 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer in the middle, rinse sink. Operator drained, corrected and reviewed with dish operator. Corrected On-Site
  • 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed an accumulation of food debris and paper trash under Server beverage station and under multiple booths.

Inspection Date: 4/12/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8601539

  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: -Gasket in reach in cooler with an accumulation of old food and mold like substance. - Ice cream freezer gaskets with an accumulation of mold like debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: Still observed. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/30/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8222621

  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - dish washing area Observed employee items stored on shelf next to establishment utensils. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooking unit Observed in use utensil stored at 85F. Employee changed water. Second temperature 170F. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: -Gasket in reach in cooler with an accumulation of old food and mold like substance. - Ice cream freezer gaskets with an accumulation of mold like debris. Warning
  • 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed handwashing sink across from steam table next to three compartment sink draining slowly. Warning
  • 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. - walk-in cooler Observed container of cut tomatoes stored uncovered. Warning
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand wash sink across from steam table next to 3 compartment sink. Warning
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Q.L employeed over 60 days with no proof of training. Warning