IHOP Restaurant Inspections in NYC

26 NYC locations · 95 inspections on record

Overview

IHOP operates 26 locations across NYC and maintains a Grade A rate of 87.50% across 95 inspections, with an average score of 10.6 points. The chain has experienced 2 emergency closures since records began, with the majority of its locations concentrated in Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx. Most violations cited involve non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit..

26
NYC Locations
87.50%
Grade A Rate
10.6
Avg Inspection Score
2
Total Closures

IHOP Locations by Borough

  • Queens8 locations
  • Brooklyn7 locations
  • The Bronx7 locations
  • Manhattan3 locations
  • Staten Island1 locations

Most Common Violations at IHOP

  1. 1Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
  2. 2Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
  3. 3Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  4. 4Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
  5. 5Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

Recent Closures at IHOP

  • ihop#3715 Closed

    211-33 26th Avenue, Queens · Jun 5, 2025

  • IHOP Closed

    1001 White Plains Road, The Bronx · Feb 21, 2023

IHOP Locations in NYC

Page 1 of 2

IHOP: Frequently Asked Questions

How many IHOP locations are in NYC?

IHOP has 26 locations in New York City, with a total of 95 health inspections on record.

What health grade do IHOP restaurants typically receive?

87.50% of IHOP inspections result in Grade A, which is above the NYC restaurant average of approximately 77%.

What is the average inspection score at IHOP in NYC?

The average NYC health inspection score for IHOP is 10.6 points. Scores of 0-13 earn Grade A; 14-27 earn Grade B; 28+ earn Grade C.

Has any IHOP location been closed by NYC Health?

Yes. IHOP locations have been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times in total. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions posing an immediate public health hazard.

What violations are most common at IHOP restaurants?

The most frequently cited violations at IHOP NYC locations include: 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.; 10B: Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.; 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests..