Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales
Last inspected:
2850 Ridge Way, Lake Wales, FL 33859Part of: IHOP Florida health inspections, violations & closures
IHOP #36-235 in Lake Wales had 20 inspections on record between 2022 and February 2026, documenting 88 total violations and averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations were cited in 7 of 20 inspections, with recurring issues including improper chemical storage (cited in 5 inspections), food contact surface violations (cited in 6 inspections), and employee health policy violations (cited in 4 inspections). The most recent inspection on February 19, 2026 was completed with no further action and documented 2 basic violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales had?
- Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales find?
- Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on February 19, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Ihop #36-235 in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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