How many health inspections has INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 had?

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 ever been shut down?

No, INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63?

The most frequently cited violations at INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63

6101 N UNIVERSITY DR, Tamarac, FL 33321-4024

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SUNSHINE RESTAURANT MERGER SUB LLC · License: SEA1611617

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 in Tamarac, FL has 24 inspections on record with 118 total violations (4.9 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

118Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 10, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Mar 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Sep 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Apr 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 3, 2023 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 3, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 21, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 22, 2022 — Complaint Full· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V24 Toxic substance control

Jul 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Jan 31, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Sep 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

Dec 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 23, 2020 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

Jul 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V07 No bare hand contact

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 19, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 24, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

Aug 26, 2016 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 14, 2016 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Broward County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.31.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 had?: INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 ever been shut down?: No, INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63?: The most frequently cited violations at INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES 36-63 are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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