International House Of Pancakes 36-56, 3601 66 St N, St. Petersburg, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-56
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3601 66 St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710-1544
License #: 6205783
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 07/17/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. (Hose in kitchen) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. (Men's restroom 84°F after a few minutes, 100°F after long period)
07/17/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. (Bottom shelf of dry rack)
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. (On empty shelf in back hallway) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. (Walk in unit)
1/31/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(behind and under both flat tops on cooks line)
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair.(hole in ceiling around water heater exhaust and old electrical wire between ice machine and water heater)
  • Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.(dishes next to cook line exposed to food debris from grill)
  • Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack.(dry rack )
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. (Blue bin that scoop is in is soiled)
  • Basic - Leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.(behind ice machine)
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.(over dough mixer)
  • Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.(walk in cooler) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Wall in disrepair.(under fryer galvanized wall peeling)(hole in walls at front grill on line leading to soda machine and multiple holes under dish washer machine )
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.(cooked sausage 115°F had cook reheat to 165°F, ) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Intermediate - Employee dumping mop water in the three-compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
9/3/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  • Basic - Employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.( on slicer ) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.( worn grout in Dishwash area)
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.( cookline cooler)
  • Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.( on upstairs storage shelving)
  • Basic - Standing water in handwash sink/ handwash sink draining very slowly.( kitchen)
  • High Priority - No vacuum breaker on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. ( hose In Dishwash area)
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.( gravy and grits)( reheated) **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
3/7/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.[bucket of sanitizer in wait staff area handwash] Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.[cutting boards]
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On Site.[voluntarily discarded]
  • Walking or driving surfaces not maintained.
9/10/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in waitress station dairy cooler.
  • Observed build-up of dried drink spills on bottoms of cabinets in waitress station.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on grill line storage shelves.
  • Critical - Observed employee bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on storeroom floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Observed grill line walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed hole in wall above dishmachine where fan was removed.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed kitchen handwash not clean.
  • Observed knives stored in crevices between equipment. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toilet functioning improperly in women's restroom.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
2/15/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No visible handwashing sign provided at kitchen handsink used by food employees.
  • Critical - Observed box of soda syrup stored on storeroom floor.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on bottoms of waitress station cabinets.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on grill line shelves.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Critical - Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period behind ice machine. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical - Observed grill line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Observed grill line wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Observed interior of waitress station microwave soiled.
  • Observed missing dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed missing/inaccurate warewashing machine data plate.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
10/10/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Kitchen hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Critical - Kitchen handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on storeroom storage shelves.
  • Observed build-up of grease on grill line storage shelves.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above grill line.
  • Observed clean pot stored between equipment/walls.
  • Observed coffee stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical - Observed egg batter held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit on grill line shelf.
  • Observed excess ice debris accumulated on walk in freezer floor.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical - Observed men's public bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in grill line cooler/freezer between use.
  • Critical - Observed upstairs employees bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
6/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tile missing in upstairs storeroom.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date.
  • Critical - Observed employees bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed baseboards on storeroom walls in disrepair.
  • Observed build-up of food debris on kitchen storage shelves
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Observed coffee filters stored without protection from contamination.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Critical - Observed grill line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical - Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-service items stored on upstairs storeroom floor.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in coolers and freezers between use.
2/17/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in grill line cooler between use.
  • Observed grill line reach-in cooler door gaskets torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on mixer head.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on bottoms of waitress station cabinets.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on waitress station shelves.
  • Observed deep freezer gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employees bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at handsink used by food employees in women's restroom. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Observed grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed downstairs storeroom wall in disrepair.
  • Observed baseboards on employees restroom wall in disrepair.
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Light not functioning in upstairs storeroom light fixture.
  • Observed unnecessary items in upstairs storage area.
7/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/23/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat Violation.[small reachin on cookline, and salad bar/frt counter cooler]
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.[small reachin on cookline] Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures.[frt counter area]
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.[WIF]
  • Critical. Observed an employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.
  • Observed bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube improperly cut.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.{INSIDE DOOR}
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.[under/near small reachin on cookline]
  • Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair.[water stained]
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.{STORAGE }
1/25/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.[not sealed]
7/14/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous food due to temperature abuse (see Stop Sale Notice).{BUTTER/91 F} Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. This violation must be corrected by : 7/14/09.
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. This violation must be corrected by : 7/14/09.
  • Critical. Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit.[small reachin frt counter]
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Repeat Violation.[croutons]
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.[greater than 500 ppm]
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.[not sealed]
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated dust.{LIGHTS,ETC}
7/13/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/1/2008Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/9/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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