Waffle House #1587
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
52
Score
Waffle House #1587 appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 11, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Mcdonough average 79, so Waffle House #1587 trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed degreaser stored and other chemical bottles stored with straws in the back of house
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed paperwtowels and/or hand drying devices not provided at the hand sink in the back of house.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulated mold like substance from old food debris on the ceiling of the walk in cooler. PIC will have the ceiling cleaned by 12/12/25
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee food (Chicken tenders) stored in the cambro used for hot holding in the back of house.
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door of the facility not tightly fitting. The back door is not properly sealed causing the outer openings to not be protected. PIC is aware that the back door must be sealed. PIC will have the back door sealed by 12/15/25.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed pans wetnesting in the cabinet storage area beneath the coffee machine. Observed bowls not inverted above the grits storage/steam table area. Also observed plates not inverted above the grill area. PIC advised that he received an internal memo stating that plates do not have to be inverted.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Open employee water bottles stored next to single service articles in the back of house. Also observed employee's food (Chicken Tenders) stored in cambro used for hot holding grits. PIC corrected on site.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the inspection report not posted within 15 feet of the front door, 5-7 feet from the floor, and within one foot of reading distance. The report was posted 2-3 feet from the floor in the hallway leading to the restroom.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the ice scoop handle stored in ice. The ice scoop handle was located in the ice bin. PIC corrected on site by properly storing the ice scoop in the ice scoop holder.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the cutting board in bad repair above the three compartment sink. PIC advised the cutting board is used for onions. The cutting board is beginning to chip on both sides. As a result, the PIC discarded the cutting board. Also observed the interior of the Cambro used for hot holding in bad repair. Observed exposed insulation in the interior wall of the unit. PIC advised to cease using the cambro due to potential contamination.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
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Jun 11, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed American sliced cheese and sliced tomatoes above 41F in prep-top cooler. Manager was advised to use for items in prep cooler or ice to maintain temperature. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black-pink mold-like accumulation on deflector of ice machine and brown/black accumulation on interior of ice bin. Also observed pots and pans exposed to water drippage from above steamtable. 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cuttin...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed back door of the facility not tightly fitting. 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. 2. The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the ent...
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
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Dec 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed American cheese, batter, sliced ham, and diced ham cold held above 41F in the reach in cooler drawer in the main kitchen.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed splash guards needed on hand sink in the back of the house due to clean dishes and to go cups being stored next to the hand sink. Splashguards must be installed by 12/30/24. PIC will relocate food contact surfaces, utensils, and equipment until the handsink with splashguards are installed. Ice build up on the reach in cooler fan. PIC will contact maintenance.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed build up on vent in the storage room. PIC advised to clean the vent on a weekly basis to prevent build up. PIC will clean the vent by 13/30/24. Observed moldy ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
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Jun 12, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: 15A. The frame of the ice machine in disrepair. Replace the cover on ice machine.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 16B. Observed mop sink cluttered with trash and debris. Remove all trash and debris from the sink and drain line.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: 17C. Observed accumulated dust on ceiling tile above the service area.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1587 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1587 on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1587?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1587.
How does Waffle House #1587 compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Waffle House #1587 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Waffle House #1587's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Waffle House #1587 have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Waffle House #1587 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Waffle House #1587 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1587 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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