Waffle House # 2364
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House # 2364 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Commercially processed ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Punta Gorda average 82, so Waffle House # 2364 trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer over 200ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 100ppm by adding more water. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Person in Charge: Randy Bender.
53A-05-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup on gaskets at prep area Reach in Cooler.
23-03-4
74
Aug 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground sausage over pork at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
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 date of 09/01 on open gallon of milk. Educated the operator of placing the date it was opened. Operator placed the correct date of 08/20. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food and beverage not labeled at Display Cooler Unit. Operator labeled the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
74
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Oct 4, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed raw shell eggs incorrectly time marked. Operator corrected the times as the old previous times were not changed. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
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 milk not date marked at Display Cooler Unit by the entrance to the frontline. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed small pieces of cheese at frontline handwash sink. Educated the operator.
31A-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
67
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground sausage over muscle intact beef at frontline Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese 51F, beef 53F at Walk in Cooler. Operator opened the Walk in Freezer door to allow rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed toxic spray bottles next to bread at frontline cart. Operator removed the toxic spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed multiple wiping cloth containers over 200ppm on test strip. Operator added more water to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline changing gloves without washing hands. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insect repellent at prep area shelf next to office. Operator removed the item from the establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
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 milk at front counter Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
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. Observed no date for the employees signature. Operator dated the day of signature. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food at prep area Reach in Cooler not segregated and labeled. Educated the operator.
08B-49-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth at front counter table. Operator placed back in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates at shelf above grill. Educated the operator. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters at frontline table. Operator placed in container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
22
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cook line changing gloves after cracking raw shell egg and touching clean utensils, however, did not wash hands. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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. Provided the document which was completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates on top of shelf at cookline above grill. Educated the operator.
24-05-4
67
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
67
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee cracked raw shelled eggs for cooking and then proceeded to handle clean plates and plate ready to eat food with glove change and hand washing. Discussed with operator proper glove changing and hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per operator waffle batter was out for 45 minutes but was not time marked. Operator marked food with time. . Repeat from 03-19-2022 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 140 F). Operator set up three compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-56-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach in cooler in prep room. Operator discarded food. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House # 2364 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House # 2364 on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House # 2364?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Waffle House # 2364.
How does Waffle House # 2364 compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Waffle House # 2364 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Waffle House # 2364's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Waffle House # 2364 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Waffle House # 2364 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 Waffle House # 2364 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House # 2364 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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