Waffle House #1266
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
82
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Waffle House #1266 stretching back to 2022. Waffle House #1266 was last inspected on Feb 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not”, which has been cited three times.
Among Cocoa Beach restaurants, the typical score is 77; Waffle House #1266 is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has an accumulation of mold like substances behind deflector plate and along edges
22-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Chemicals and medications stored over soda bibs. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Operator remade all containers 50ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
82
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In open top of reach in cooler cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding). Stored above fill line of unit. In lower holding area of reach in cooler to the right of cook line sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (54F - Cold Holding); ham (55F - Cold Holding); waffle batter (53F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Transfer employees and newest hires
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
53B-09-4
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. 150°F. Operator adjusted unit. Second check at 160°F **Corrected On-Site**
16-54-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of single service items delivered on 10/20. Stored on the floor in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Remade to 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
23-03-4
55
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temp unit only reaching 145°F **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. On shelf in dry storage room. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior upper rear wall of ice bin for soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Syrups and honey bottles stored on tray with standing water. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups in dispenser sleeve do not have a covering. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths sitting in buckets with no sanitizer solution. Operator added solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
58
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook handled raw bacon with gloved hands. Changed gloves with no hand wash, then began Tucson clean plates and handles of cooking equipment
12A-07-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. In reach in cooler to left of cook line. Condenser at top interior is dripping. Pan used to catch drip is ineffective. Replaced with deeper/larger pan **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-36-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo cups and boxes stored on the floor in dry storage. Operator placed on crates **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 150ppm. Operator remade 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
74
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server did not wash hands after clearing dirty dishes and prior to delivering plates of food to customers
12A-02-4
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Pest emitting strip in rear kitchen beneath training tv. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in women's restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters on countertop are not covered **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
67
Sep 13, 2023
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Server using personal phone did not wash hands prior to delivering plates of food
12A-29-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In open top reach in cooler next to cook line cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook
12A-27-4
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. Multiple employees on shift that have not signed documentation, operator had employees review and sign **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Sage
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle not labeled idntifying liquid contents. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Dry storage areas
36-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In either restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In bottom of stand up reach in coolers to left of cook line **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
41
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1266 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1266 on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1266?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1266.
How does Waffle House #1266 compare to other restaurants in Cocoa Beach?
Waffle House #1266 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Cocoa Beach average of 77.
Has Waffle House #1266's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #1266 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House #1266 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Waffle House #1266 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1266 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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