Waffle House #2261
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #2261 has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Waffle House #2261 was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Clearwater sits at 79, putting Waffle House #2261 on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the back corner area . Manager cleaned and sanitized area **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
95
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled gaskets on four door cooler in front line area . Employee cleaned gaskets **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables( box of tomatoes) stored with ready-to-eat food ( plastic bottles of orange juice in walk in cooler . Manager rearranged food . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
90
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer 200ppm. Operator refilled sanitizer bucket. Second test 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Discussed with manager. Emailed operator time as a public health procedure form.
03F-10-5
78
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
50
Oct 23, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the pad around dumpster.- manager cleaned dumpster area **Corrected On-Site**
33-19-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink in outside area near back exit
27-10-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables ( box of tomatoes) stored with ready-to-eat food ( bottles of orange juice ) in walk in cooler . Manager rearranged food **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry- stored on the floor near walk in cooler -manager relocated water softener salt **Corrected On-Site**
08B-74-1
82
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Hash browns at 45-53 F at 9:01 am prepared 4:00 pm the previous day - reviewed proper cooling with manager -manager discarded food **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Hash browns at 45-53 F at 9:01 am prepared 4:00 pm the previous day - reviewed proper cooling with manager- manager discarded food **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-38-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the top back corner area in front counter area
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on shelf with sauces in front line area - employee phone removed from area **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in back kitchen near ice machine **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
58
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Jul 6, 2022
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored hanging over single service to-go containers in wait station. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Manager set up triple sink to sanitize dishes properly. Service was provided at the end of the inspection.
22-57-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ham stored with cooked ham in reach in cooler on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Stored on top of ready to eat foods on cooks line in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket on cooks line near wait station tested at 0ppm. Tested again at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Inside back storage area above storage racks.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket hanging on storage rack not inverted in back storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. High temp dish machine tested at 120F when ran 5 times, service provided during inspection. Manager set up three compartment sink to sanitize dishes properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-55-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #2261 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #2261 on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #2261?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #2261.
How does Waffle House #2261 compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Waffle House #2261 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Waffle House #2261's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #2261 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House #2261 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 #2261 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #2261 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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