Waffle House #1344
Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Waffle House #1344, the earliest from 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 31, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “utensils, equipment and linens”, showing up two times.
Among Fayetteville restaurants, the typical score is 82; Waffle House #1344 is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 31, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed facility had a written procedure for vomit and diarrheal clean up but did not have the disinfectant; facility also stated that they use bleach but do not have a written plan with the concentration needed. surface cleaner and disinfectant" is to be used, however, the facility does not have this and are using Purrell Food Surface Sanitizer; written plan does not discuss proper use and concentration of this sanitizer. CA: A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment.
511-6-1.03(6)
90
Apr 14, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plates stored upright without overhead protection. COS. Plates covered with burner plate. CA: Utensils, including plates, shall be stored covered or inverted.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee belongings stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Removed. CA: Employee drinks shall have a lid and straw and shall handled to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the back door was propped open by having the deadbolt engaged while the door was open. COS. Deadbolt was unengaged so that the door could close. CA: Outer openings shall be protected by having self-closing and tight-fitting doors.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
86
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility did not have the means to test their hot water sanitizing dishwasher. CA: Facility shall have the means to test each type of sanitizer used in the facility.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on and in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on the floors in the back area and dry storage area. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the back door was propped open by having the deadbolt engaged while the door was open. COS. Deadbolt was unengaged so that the door could close. CA: Outer openings shall be protected by having self-closing and tight-fitting doors.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored in sanitizer solution that was not at the appropriate concentration. COS. New containers made. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
74
May 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the eggs using time as a public health control were not having their time tracked. The time tracker was last updated on 05/15/2024 at 12PM. COS. Time updated. CA: TCS food that is using time as a public health control shall followed the pre-written SOP and the time shall be tracked.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter; staff states that the sanitizer was locked in the commissary and none was available. COS. District manager arrived on site and provided sanitizer to staff. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-use cups stored upright without overhead protection. COS. Lids placed on top cups. CA: Single-use items shall be stored to prevent contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on and in equipment. CA: Equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Jan 8, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand sink in the front. COS: PIC refilled paper towels. CA: Facility shall provide hand drying provisions.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility recently changed/remodeled the dishpit area. Currently, the facility does not meet the theoretical peak hot water demand of the facility. CA: Facility shall ensure that the peak theoretical hot water demand is met.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing watches while preparing food. COS. All items removed. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of debris on the floors in the back area and dry storage area. CA: Facility shall be thoroughly cleaned and cleaning frequency shall be enough to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1344 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1344 on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1344?
Across the inspection record, “utensils, equipment and linens” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1344.
How does Waffle House #1344 compare to other restaurants in Fayetteville?
Waffle House #1344 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fayetteville average of 82.
Has Waffle House #1344's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Waffle House #1344 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House #1344 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 #1344 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1344 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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