Waffle House #522

26550 Jones Loop Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Waffle House #522, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to the broader Punta Gorda restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 14, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical 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 whole muscle intact beef at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed residue buildup at the interior of ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Sep 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs behind cut lettuce at Reach in Cooler. Operator placed the cut lettuce on top shelf at Reach in Cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at front counter. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer below 50ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to a minimum of 50ppm by adding more chlorine sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

21-07-4

Apr 8, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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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. Observed 140F on measuring device. Operator set up 3 compartment sink for wash, rinse, and sanitize. **Warning**

22-56-4

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 open chocolate of milk not date marked. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple wiping cloths inside the basin of ware washing area handwash sink at frontline. Operator removed the the wiping cloths. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Oct 30, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 24 ounces of gravy 112F and chili 120F at Hot Holding Unit. Operator discarded the food item.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 24 ounces of gravy 112F and chili 120F at Hot Holding Unit. Operator discarded the food item.

03B-01-6

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm on test strip. Operator added the sanitizer to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over biscuits at dry storage Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

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 milk at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

02C-03-5

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed below 50ppm at frontline sanitizer container. Operator replaced with fresh sanitizer to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Jun 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #522 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #522 on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #522?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #522.

How does Waffle House #522 compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Waffle House #522 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Waffle House #522's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #522 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 #522 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 #522 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #522 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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