IHOP #36-191
The letter looks fine; the direction doesn't. IHOP #36-191 holds a B (89/100), but its inspections have been getting worse, not better.
Its most recent inspection on May 7, 2026 cited 1 high-priority and 1 intermediate violations. It currently ranks safer than 39% of Indian River County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.2 from 2,435 reviews.
Trend: declining · B (89/100)
Get directions Call (772) 257-8208
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (89/100)
- Violations
- 2 total — 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate
- Address
- 8800 20 ST, Vero Beach, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Breakfast restaurant, American restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Diner, Family restaurant, Lunch restaurant
- Price
- $
- Rating
- 4.2 stars (2435 reviews)
- Seats
- 144
- Phone
- (772) 257-8208
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
Diners writing about this place keep returning to service. Reviewers who mention service rate this place 5.0 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. Pacing follows at 22% of reviews, where ratings average 5.0.
23 of 23 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower. One subject never comes up here: plate size.
The kitchen graded a B (89/100) on 1 high-priority and 1 intermediate violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. DBPR last walked in on May 7, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. On health score it sits safer than 39% of the Indian River County restaurants we grade. The citations behind that grade include food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate.
Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.
Our own analysis of 23 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Donna was amazing.
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Jeremy was our server, he was very attentive and took great care of us! Food came out quickly and was very good.
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Great food, great service. Donia was amazing
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Had a great breakfast this morning. Our waitress Donna was right on top of everything and the food was amazing as usual here!!
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Aubrey is the best waitress and had the best customer service ever
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Aubrey was very friendly and she kept it professional in a kind matter
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Aurdey the. Waitress was super nice and she new the whole menu and we loved her
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Aubrey was excellent!! Very attentive polite and friendly!!!!! Food was great!!!
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Service was very fast, Aubrey was a great server!
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Aubrey was great, kind and quick.
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Aubrey did a fantastic job! Very attentive and quick with service. Will be coming back!
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Aubrey was so good!
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Fantastic service great attitude.
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Donna was very great
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Donna was super great
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Donna hooks it up after a night of party
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Aubrey was very, very good indulgent.She waited on me everything that I needed was there.And I'm very thankful that she works where she does
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Donna was very sweet and amazing service!
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Donna was amazing ! So nice made the whole experience great !
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I had a great experience at IHOP thanks to Donia. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure our table had everything we needed throughout the meal. She checked on us regularly, kept our drinks filled, and provided excellent customer service with a positive attitude. It’s clear she cares about her customers and takes pride in her work. Thank you, Donia, for making our visit enjoyable. We will definitely be back!
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Donna is one of the best waitresses Ive had in a while. She is attentive and approachable, shes the reason that IHOP is my favorite.
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Donna at vero beach IHOP is the best
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Donna was accommodating and pleasant. She made the visit worthwhile!
Overall Score
56 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Tuesday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Wednesday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Thursday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Friday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Saturday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
- Sunday
- 6 AM to 11 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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May 7, 2026 · Routine - Food
Call Back - Complied
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 0 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
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May 6, 2026 · Routine - Food
Warning Issued
2 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
- 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 25 — Single-service and single-use items
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 42 — Cleaning and maintenance equipment
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November 5, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic
- 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to IHOP #36-191, by Florida DBPR grade:
- FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES VERO BEACH
- INDIAN RIVER ESTATES WEST
- POINTE WEST COUNTRY CLUB
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: May 7, 2026