Huddle House
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Huddle House, the earliest from 2024. Huddle House was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited 10 times.
Huddle House's latest score of 86 falls below the Adel average of 93. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 boxes of salt and a jug of syrup in the designated area for employee drinks. COS, Staff moved the salt and the jug of syrup. The area must be used or designated for one purpose- you may not store facility goods with employee drinks.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee drink on the prep table in the back of the kitchen across from the 3 compartment sink. COS, PIC discarded the drink
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored on the top of the shelf with condiments and above facility foods. COS, drinks were moved to a designated area.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
86
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 bowls stored above the fryer with grease and what appeared to be fried chicken crumbs in them, the bowls were used last night and then placed back on the shelf as clean. COS, both bowls were washed, rinsed, sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 different cups stored as clean on the shelf under drink station with dried food debris in them. COS, cups were washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (pancake batter, sliced tomatoes, and 2 bins of peppers) held past the 7 day hold period. COS, all foods were discarded by the PIC.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hash brown casserole and 2 cups of cole-slaw prepared more than 24 hours without a date mark. COS, PIC showed where the foods had been prepared on Sunday the 10th and applied proper date mark labels on them.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 2 bowls stored above the fryer with dried sauce on them, the bowls were used last night and then placed back on the shelf as clean. COS, both bowls were washed, rinsed, sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
61
Apr 2, 2025
Followup
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a package of grits stored on the dry stock shelf with chew marks on the corner and grits spilling out. Package also had a pest dropping on the top of it. COS, the package of grits was discarded and pest control was contacted. Pest services is scheduled to come tonight.
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a smoke odor and a smoked cigarette in the dry stock room in the back of the kitchen. COS, the person in charge removed the smoked cigarette and opened the stock room door to air it out. Discussed approved smoking areas and the clean air act. Discussed proper smoking procedures including washing hands after smoking.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
86
Jan 28, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations. 11 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook handle raw bacon and then proceed to another task with no hand wash step in between. COS, staff removed his gloves and washed his hands.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook/PIC handle raw eggs and proceed to other tasks without a hand wash step in between. COS, staff removed gloves and washed hands before proceeding to the next task.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the ladies restroom without hand drying provisions. COS, The waitress placed paper towels in the ladies restroom.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several dishes with dried food debris stored with clean dishes on the shelf across from the prep top unit in kitchen. COS, dishes were washed, rinsed, and sanitized by staff.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3 different pans stored in drawers under the grill that contained dried food debris; two pans were stored in a drawer that contained standing water. COS, pans were removed then washed, rinsed, and sanitized. The drawers were removed and then washed.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed stainless container with dried food debris on top of the stainless table in the back of the kitchen; COS, the container was washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a an opened can of Mt Dew stored on a food prep/storage shelf in the front of the kitchen. COS, staff moved the drink to a designated area. All drinks shall be stored in a designated area and in a single service cup with a lid and a straw to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a an opened stainless steel cup with drink inside stored on a shelf with condiments in the front of the kitchen. COS, staff moved the drink to a designated area. All drinks shall be stored in a designated area and in a single service cup with a lid and a straw to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed cutting board at prep top unit by registers in the front kitchen that was badly soiled on both side; if cutting board cannot be cleaned due to abrasions/deep cuts, it should be repaired/replaced.
511-6-1.05(6)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two drawers under the grill/fryers that had soiled pans, dried food debris in standing water; empty drawers and clean and find source of water and prevent water from accumulating in the drawers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean bottom of prep top unit by register; bottom drawer is missing and there is brown liquid spilled and several single service condiments in the bottom of this unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal cell phone stored on top of food storage shelf in the front of the kitchen
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed jackets and aprons stored on a box of to-go bags in the back of the kitchen. COS, box of bags was moved to it's designated area.
35
Jul 3, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket in use that did not register sanitizer; sanitizer water had floating debris on top. PIC stated that the sanitizer was made this morning but had been used to wipe down grill area. COS, a fresh bucket of sanitizer was made with the correct concentration. coached on changing sanitizer once it appears soiled.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a sanitizer bucket in use that did not register sanitizer; sanitizer water had floating debris on top. PIC stated that the sanitizer was made this morning but had been used to wipe down grill area. COS, a fresh bucket of sanitizer was made with the correct concentration. coached on changing sanitizer once it appears soiled.
511-6-1.07(6)(g)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal belongings stored on top of food storage area in the front of the kitchen; a hat was stored on a food prep table in the back of the kitchen; items were moved to a designated area to prevent contamination
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed two drawers under the grill/fryers that had dried food debris in standing water; empty drawers and clean and find source of water and prevent water from accumulating in the drawers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Clean microwave in the front of the kitchen; observed dried food debris inside.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
64
Jan 5, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Huddle House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Huddle House on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Huddle House?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Huddle House.
How does Huddle House compare to other restaurants in Adel?
Huddle House most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Adel average of 93.
Has Huddle House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Huddle House have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Huddle House 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 Huddle House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Huddle House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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