Waffle House #57

4005 Buena Vista Rd, Columbus, GA 31907

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Waffle House #57 stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 20, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

“Food stored covered” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Among Columbus restaurants, the typical score is 94; Waffle House #57 is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 20, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 11, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 28, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items uncovered located in the reach in clooler next to the grill. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC put coverings on all of the TCS food items.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Sep 30, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed bacon, pork chops, and hamburger patties uncovered in the containers located in the reach in cooler next to the grill. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS PIC put lids on all of the food items that were lacking lids.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Mar 6, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes and sliced cheese located in the prep-top cooler in the front food service area reaching temperatures greater than 41*F (see temperature log). 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. Person in charge voluntarily discarded food items.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed grits located in the steam well in the main kitchen area reaching temperatures less than 135*F (see temperature log). 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 135°F (57°C) or above. Person in charge reheated food item to an internal temperature of 165*F.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of beef patties and container of pork chops stored uncovered in the reach in cooler in the main kitchen area. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Food employee covered food containers with plastic wrap.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink located in the front food service area lacking handwashing signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Person in charge placed a handwashing sign at the handwashing sink in the front food service area.

511-6-1.07(3)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #57 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #57 on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #57?

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #57.

How does Waffle House #57 compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Waffle House #57 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Columbus average of 94.

Has Waffle House #57's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #57 have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House #57 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 #57 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #57 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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