Waffle House #1029
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
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Waffle House #1029 appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing nine times across the record.
Restaurants in Macon average 91, so Waffle House #1029 trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: EHS observed a container of bleach stored directly on the floor by the hand sink. CA-PIC needs to make sure that chemicals are stored atleast 6 inches off the ground.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed the silver scoops handle was touching product. The handle was touching the hash browns and the container of butter. CA-PIC needs to make sure handles are not touching product. Handles should be sticking out of the product and not touching anything.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: EHS observed a green cup being stored by the coffee mugs and white headphones stored by the roll of receipts. CA-PIC needs to make sure that they create a designated area for employees so personal items and items used for the public is not mixed together.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Orange like substance inside of the ice machine. CA-PIC needs to make sure that the ice machine is being cleaned routinely to reduce substance from appearing inside of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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May 7, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed food debris inside of the prep top cooler and inside of the ice machine. EHS observed orange substance inside of the machine. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are routinely cleaning all equipment to reduce an possible contamination.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed scoop handles laying in product such as the hash browns. There was a fork laying on top o the raw chicken. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are storing scoops or utensils with the handle sticking out of the product. This will reduce any possible contamination from occurring.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed forks, packet of butter, and a knife on the floor. CA-PIC needs to make sure that they are sweeping the floor routinely.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Nov 18, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
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4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: EHS observed food in the reaching cooler has meat uncovered. The meat that was being kept in the cooler is bacon, sausage etc. CA-PIC needs to make sure that all food items are covered to reduce any possible contamination from happening.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed food debris inside of the prep top cooler and reach in cooler. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are routinely cleaning each units to reduce build up and food debris from appearing.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed syrup packets on the floor and paper on the floor located in the front food service. CA-PIC needs to make sure that throughout the day that the floor is being cleaned to reduce any debris and items being on the floor.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Apr 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: EHS observed build up of pink like mold substance one food-contact surface of ice machine panel. PIC informed EHS that ice machine was just cleaned. (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC emptied ice machine to clean panel once more. EHS informed PIC to ensure that ice machine panel is cleaned frequently to avoid buildup. This was COS.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed REF near back kitchen area with water pooling at bottom. PIC informed EHS that is from the hashbrowns draining, and trays were put at the bottom to catch water. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Informed PIC to ensure that all non-food contact surfaces of equipment are kept clean to prevent buildup.PIC is to clean REF. This must be corrected by 04/30/24
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris under prep top closing lid. PIC informed EHS that that buildup was from this weekend. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC removed lid, removed and clean food debris. This was COS.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed food debris and splatter in REF that stores raw meat and eggs. EHS also observed at the bottom of this REF water pooling. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. This Informed PIC to have meat REF cleaned to remove buildup. This must be corrected by 04/30/24
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed drink/syrup residue on drink machine near meat REF. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC is to clean drink machine. This must be corrected by 04/30/24
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed splatter stains on the outside of coffee cups stored clean next to drink machine in main kitchen. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC instructed employee to clean coffee cups. This must be corrected by 04/30/24
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed walls behind shelving above prep top cooler with food splatter. b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC is to have walls cleaned. This must be corrected by 04/30/24
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed grease buildup on walls under hood vent system. PIC informed EHS that hood vents are cleaned quarterly and and cleaning is due next month. b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. 1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. EHS informed PIC that it is understandable that facility operates 24/7. EHS suggested during down times cleaning up grease to avoid buildup. This must be corrected by 04/29/24
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1029 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1029 on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1029?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1029.
How does Waffle House #1029 compare to other restaurants in Macon?
Waffle House #1029 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.
Has Waffle House #1029's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #1029 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House #1029 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 #1029 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1029 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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