Waffle House #424

4458 Atlanta Rd Se, Smyrna, GA 30080

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Aug 11, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Waffle House #424 has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 11, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

By comparison, the average Smyrna facility scores 85, putting Waffle House #424 on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed staff using the dishwasher without the dishwasher reaching the final rinse sanitizing temperature of 180*F. Sticker remained black after testing the dishwasher. C/A Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf (i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); Pf or (ii) For all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). Pf COS Manager was instructed to direct staff to wash dishes at the four compartment sink until the dishwasher is repaired. Manager will need to submit a repair invoice to EHS within 72 hours stating the dishwasher...

511-6-1.05(6)(l)

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the sanitizing buckets in the front service area and the main kitchen with a concentration above 200ppm C/A Chemical Sanitizers, Criteria. Chemical sanitizers, including chemical sanitizing solutions generated on-site, and other chemical antimicrobials applied to food-contact surfaces shall: 1. Meet requirements specified in 40 CFR 180.940 Tolerance exemptions for active and inert ingredients for use in antimicrobial formulations. Chlorine concentration needs to be between 50-100ppm COS: PIC diluted sanitizer to 50 ppm. Facility is using chlorine as sanitizer

511-6-1.07(6)(g)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the ice bin located in the service area with mold build-up on the edge of the chute. C/A 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. COS Manager cleaned the ice bin before EHS left the premises

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed front counter next to the stove and next to the dishwasher area couple wiping cloths resting on the counter. CA Wiping cloths must be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6) COS Manager placed them in the sanitizing solution

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed no inspection posted. C/A Must ensure inspection report is always posted for public display to allow customers to review the report. MUST POST THE CURRENT INSPECTION REPORT WITHIN 72 HOURS

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #424 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #424 on file is from Aug 11, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Waffle House #424 compare to other restaurants in Smyrna?

Waffle House #424 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Smyrna average of 85.

Has Waffle House #424's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #424 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Waffle House #424 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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