Huddle House

1010 Memorial Drive, Waycross, GA 31501

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Huddle House appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. On Apr 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

The city-wide average sits at 89, which Huddle House's 82 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 13, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed heavy black, organic build up on underside of juice dispenser/machine around nozzles. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized at a rate to prevent buildup. Clean and sanitize juice machine.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed improper mop storage. Mop must be stored hanging to dry.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed raw wood shelf in walk in freezer. all nonfood-contact surfaces must be non-absorbent and easily cleanable. Seal raw wood.

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 9, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Microwave on cookline dirty on the inside. Advised to clean out ever four hous.

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed black buildup accumulated in soda dispensing nozzles. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized at a rate to prevent buildup. Advised soaking in sanitizing solution and scrubbing nozzles on a routine schedule to prevent buildup.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed improper mop storage. Mop must be stored hanging to dry.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed excessive food litter and debris buildup on shelving units and floors throughout facility. Advised deep cleaning

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed gaps at base of rear door. Exterior openings to facility must be fully sealed to prevent pest entry. Seal/replace door.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Aug 29, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Inconsistent date marking of hamburger patties in drawer cooler.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Dish storage area over grill needs cleaning.

Mar 12, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed open/uncovered turkey sausage in reach in freezer in front food service area. All foods must be stored covered to protect against contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed shelving units throughout front food service area/grill area to be heavily soiled with food litter, debris, and residue. Advised deep cleaning and scheduled routine cleaning.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed paint to be beeping from walls in area above 3-compartment dish sink. Remove peeling paint and reseal.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Jan 4, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Sanitizer for 3 compartment sink is not calibrated correctly. CR: Have Ecolab calibrate sanitizer dispenser.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Ice scoop and bulk ice bucket must be inverted and covered when not in use.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Top shelving holding plates/bowls dirty. Bottom of reach in freezer has food residue on inside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Huddle House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Huddle House on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Huddle House?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Huddle House.

How does Huddle House compare to other restaurants in Waycross?

Huddle House most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Waycross average of 89.

Has Huddle House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Huddle House have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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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