Waffle House #1527
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
52
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #1527 has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 17, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “heat strip failed to turn black” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Tallahassee average 87, so Waffle House #1527 trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Temp at dish reach 91f. **Warning**
22-57-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Hot held sausage gravy 109f, chili 119f. Per operator out since 8am. See Stop Sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot held sausage gravy 109f, chili 119f. Per operator out since 8am. See Stop Sale.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All training certificates expired 3/6/26.
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Standing liquid from hash browns pooling at bottom of reach in cooler.
22-16-4
52
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in cooler with hashbrowns had liquid on bottom of cooler. Operator cleaned and put a pan to collect and dripping from hashbrowns. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Opened margarine left on counter. Operator wrapped it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
82
Jun 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters on clean cups by coffee machine not inverted or protected. Operator corrected during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of cups stored on the floor in storage area. Operator removed off of the floor to proper place during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
90
Aug 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced ham 47F and sliced american cheese 49F in make table at cook line at 12:45. Per manager ham held since 10:45 and cheese held since 12:15. Employee stored food items in ice during inspection. New temperatures at 1:15: diced ham 41F and sliced american cheese 43F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine maximum temperature: 146F. Maintenance on site during inspection to repair dish machine. Per manager will not use dish machine for sanitation until repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-57-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink next to dish area used to store equipment while employee washes dishes.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cold water handle inoperable at hand wash sink in storage area.
29-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of standing liquid in bottom of reach-in-cooler at cook line. Manager began cleaning liquid during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in walk in freezer. Observed ambient temperature: 31F. Maintenance on site during inspection to repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-05-5
58
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
58
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dish machine surface temperature 146.8F. Per manager maintenance will be scheduled for repair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-15: Observed dish machine surface temperature at 147.5F and rinse temperature gauge displays maximum temperature of 165F. Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate surface temperature of 160F. Per manager maintenance has been done to dish machine on 12-13-23. Manager called to schedule repair during inspection. Three compartment sink is set up Chlorine 50ppm. **Time Extended**
22-57-6
86
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed dish machine surface temperature 146.8F. Per manager maintenance will be scheduled for repair. **Warning**
22-57-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed opened milk not date marked. Manager marked milk 12-10-23 during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
78
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
52
Oct 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1527 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1527 on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1527?
Across the inspection record, “heat strip failed to turn black” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1527.
How does Waffle House #1527 compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Waffle House #1527 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Waffle House #1527's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #1527 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Waffle House #1527 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Waffle House #1527 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1527 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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