Original Pancake House in Aventura

Last inspected:

21215 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180
Overview

Original Pancake House in Aventura has accumulated 416 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. State records show one fire safety violation from 2015 citing a blocked exit path. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. Top recurring violations include food contact surfaces (27), proper ventilation (25), and consumer advisories (21).

Most recent closure: May 12, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

35Inspections
416Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 11.9 violations / inspection 11.9 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Original Pancake House in Aventura
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:20:00

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Original Pancake House in Aventura
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2017023360 $800.00 May 15, 2017 Miami (Doral)
1--2015041962 $400.00 Sep 1, 2015 Tampa

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections51 violations · 34 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— 10 inspections86 violations · 58 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority

Original Pancake House in Aventura: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Original Pancake House in Aventura last inspected?
Original Pancake House in Aventura was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Original Pancake House in Aventura last shut down?
Original Pancake House in Aventura was last shut down on May 12, 2017 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Original Pancake House in Aventura?
The most frequently cited violations at Original Pancake House in Aventura are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Original Pancake House in Aventura had?
Original Pancake House in Aventura has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Original Pancake House in Aventura find?
Original Pancake House in Aventura was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Original Pancake House in Aventura ever been shut down?
Yes, Original Pancake House in Aventura has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
Has Original Pancake House in Aventura had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Original Pancake House in Aventura has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Original Pancake House in Aventura faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Original Pancake House in Aventura has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Original Pancake House in Aventura been fined?
Original Pancake House in Aventura has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Original Pancake House in Aventura operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Original Panacake House (2015).

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