Aloha Waffle Bar
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
70
Score
Aloha Waffle Bar has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
“Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Aloha Waffle Bar on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager present , D. Rhodes hired appropriately 1 year, not able to provide manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. At front line, multiple reach-in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In prep room, ceiling vent has build up of flour dust.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At prep area, bottom of mixer head has build up,of encrusted food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At front counter, finish on concrete floor has worn off and floor is no longer smooth/easily cleanable. In prep room, finish on floor worn off in multiple spots. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In prep area, water leak at hot water handle on prep sink.
29-11-4
70
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In prep room double door reach-in cooler, shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (47F - Cold Holding); turkey slices (45F - Cold Holding); swiss cheese (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated unit was at 37f at arrival, cooler opened continuously for prep and stocking. Operator turned thermostat down. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In prep room, floor under storage shelves has build up.
36-73-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At front counter, finish on concrete floor has worn off and floor,is no longer easily cleanable.
36-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop sink closet, mops stored in mop sink. Operator inverted mops to air dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. At front counter area, gasket torn on left door of reach-in cooler under waffle makers.
14-11-5
70
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In prep area reach-in cooler, cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); liquid egg (48F - Cold Holding); slaw (52F - Cold Holding). Employee called opening manager, she stated items were at 37f this morning, cooler opened to put up delivery. Ambient thermometer at 60f. Ambient thermometer at 38f after 30 minutes. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Two employees present, hired less than 60 days, not able to provide documentation of employee responsibilities. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At front counter on shelf below waffle makers, container identified as non dairy creamer not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front counter area, interior side of door soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom missing covered receptacle. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In prep room, sign at handwash sink says Handwash Only. Sign must remind employees to wash hands.
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. In prep area, multiple metal pans and plastic containers have sticky residue from labels. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
61
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Mar 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in front counter area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter in flip top cooler, whipped cream 47F. Cream placed into service approximately 90 minutes prior. Cream moved to reach in cooler to cool. Rechecked temperature - 43F. In small prep room in glass door reach in cooler, eggs, cheese, ham, cut tomatoes 47F. Manager states employees have been in/out of cooler for prep. Ambient air temperature 48F. Door kept closed to cool items. Rechecked temperature of foods - 46F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored in mop sink room. Bottle labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf in prep room.
24-08-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under triple sink at front counter. Wall under triple sink at front counter.
36-73-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf in prep room.
16-46-4
58
May 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles containing blue chemical cleaner stored in mop sink area. Manager labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. One employee working today - making food items and drinks.
13-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers containing flour in dry storage area. Containers labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at all three hand washing sinks for employee use. Inspector emailed sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection could not be provided.
51-18-6
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters by coffee machine not protected from exposure. Manager placed lid over filters. Single use towels on floor in back of restaurant. Towels moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Aloha Waffle Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Aloha Waffle Bar on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Aloha Waffle Bar?
Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Aloha Waffle Bar.
How does Aloha Waffle Bar compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Aloha Waffle Bar most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Aloha Waffle Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Aloha Waffle Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Aloha Waffle Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Aloha Waffle Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Aloha Waffle Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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