Waffle House #218
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025
70
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #218 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 4, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Macon average 91, so Waffle House #218 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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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
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: EHS requested for employee health forms. PIC stated that it is online and he does not have access to it. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees have read and signed the employee health forms and that they documents are held in the facility.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: EHS observed a big plastic bucket stored in the hand washing sink. Later on employee did dump the water out of it and moved it for EHS to wash their hands. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are not storing items in the hand sink. The hand sink is only to be used to wash hands.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: EHS requested for the bodily fluid kit. PIC stated that he is unaware where the kit is. CA-PIC needs to make sure that they have a bodily fluid kit stored at the facility.
511-6-1.03(6)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observe the reach in cooler that is closer to the back area needs to be cleaned at the bottom of the unit. Also, EHS observed ice machine with orange and brown substance inside of the unit. Inside of the prep top cooler needs to be cleaned as well. There is food debris inside and in the corners of the unit. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are routinely cleaning inside of all units to reduce food debris and the lack of cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
70
Mar 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: EHS observed two gallons of reduce milk that expired on 3/23/2025. CA-PIC needs to make sure that they properly discard all items that have expired.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed inside of the prep top cooler needed to be cleaned inside of the unit. Inside of the unit there is food debris. EHS also observed food debris at the bottom of the reach in cooler by the coffee maker. Also EHS observed the ice machine had mold like substance inside of the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: EHS observed in the reach in cooler that contains the meat. The hamburger, bacon, and beef patties were not covered. CA-PIC needs to make sure that all food items are covered to reduce any type of contamination from happening.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
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Sep 30, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: EHS observed coffee cups with food debris and stains inside the clean cups. CA-PIC needs to make sure that employees are properly cleaning all utensils .
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: EHS observed red like substance inside the ice maker. CA-PIC needs to make sure that the ice maker is being cleaned routinely to reduce build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Plates being stored on the shelf by the wall were not inverted. CA- PIC needs to make sure that all plates are inverted to reduce any possible contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed inside of the prep top cooler needed to be cleaned inside of the unit. Inside of the unit there is food debris. EHS also observed food debris at the bottom of the reach in cooler by the coffee maker. CA-PIC needs to make sure that the prep top cooler is being routinely cleaned to reduce food build up inside the unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: EHS observed a cell phone with a purple case on the shelf above the grill. CA-PIC needs to create a designated area for employees to store their personal belongings. Personal items and items used for consumers should not be stored together.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: EHS requested for pest control records. PIC did not have access to inspection report. CA-PIC needs to make sure that they maintain pest control records and it is being kept at the facility.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Mar 6, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: EHS observed debris at bottom of REF near hot holding steam table. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Informed PIC to clean out the REF. This must be corrected by 03/07/24
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed sides of wall near back part of kitchen with missing tiles. (5) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Informed PIC to have tiles replaced. This must be corrected by 03/08/24
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed serving plates on top of grill with food-contact surface facing upwards under ceiling. (e) Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles. (ii) Covered or inverted. Informed PIC to have plates either covered or inverted. PIC covered plates. This was COS.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: EHS observed shelving in REF near hot holding steam table in front serving area rusted. EHS observed that rust is beginning to chip and fall at bottom of REF. (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Informed PIC to have shelving replaced. PIC informed EHS that shelving was ordered however it was not the correct shelving for the REF. This must be corrected by 03/08/24
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #218 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #218 on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #218?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #218.
How does Waffle House #218 compare to other restaurants in Macon?
Waffle House #218 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Macon average of 91.
Has Waffle House #218's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #218 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Waffle House #218 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Waffle House #218 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #218 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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