Waffle House #1905

4881 Atlanta Hwy, Athens, GA 30606
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Waffle House #1905 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 21, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among Athens restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Three chlorine sanitizer buckets had sanitizer concentration below 50 ppm. Corrective action (CA): Sanitizer should be kept at manufacturer recommended levels of 50-100 ppm. Chlorine buckets remade to proper concentration.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
90
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer concentration too strong in buckets. CA: Chlorine concentration should be from 50-100 ppm as recommended by manufacture. Dilute sanitizer with water.
511-6-1.07(6)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler out of service (emptied of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods). Currently being serviced. Inspector will return to confirm later today.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Food debris at bottom of 2-Door Reach-in Cooler and 3-Door Reach-in cooler.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed buildup of mold in bulk ice machine. Corrective action (CA): Have ice machine cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Handwashing sign not posted in women's restroom.
511-6-1.07(3)(d)
86
Jul 5, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Top right door on 4-door reach-in cooler has a loose gasket.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Back door doesn't seal tightly shut when closed-leaves gap at bottom of door.-Potential pest entry.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
90
Jan 18, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Ice buildup on make table top.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Back door not properly sealing shut - gap on right side of door allowing for potential pest entry.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #1905 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1905 on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1905?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1905.

How does Waffle House #1905 compare to other restaurants in Athens?

Waffle House #1905 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Athens average of 88.

Has Waffle House #1905's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #1905 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House #1905 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 #1905 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1905 is inspected around two times per year on average.