Waffle House # 738
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House # 738 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on May 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored covered”, showing up five times.
Restaurants in Moultrie average 85, so Waffle House # 738 is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cartons of hashbrowns stored in the reach in cooler with the container open. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by 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. PIC closed cartons of hashbrowns.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build up in ice bin under drink nozzle machine in front area of kitchen. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize ice bin under drink nozzle machine in front area of kitchen by today.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak in ceiling tile in dinning area. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC stated that maintenance is aware of the issue and that area (one table) is blocked and will not be used until it is repaired.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
86
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes in the prep top cooler temping above 41 degrees Fahrenheit. PIC stated that they were from the third shift and they did not know when they were prepped CA: 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. COS PIC threw the sliced tomatoes in the trash.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the back handwash sink near the three compartment sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels. COS PIC put more paper towels in the paper towel dispenser.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink at the front of the facility with rags and a cleaning solution bottle in it. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS PIC removed the bottle and rags from the sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bacon sitting open in the WIF. CA: 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 covered bacon in the WIF.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease build up on the vent hood above the grill area. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
64
Aug 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black build up in ice bin under drink nozzle machine in front area of kitchen. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC was in the process of cleaning under lid of ice bin in front area of kitchen.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed raw pork chop uncovered in WIF. CA: 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. PIC will cover raw pork chop in WIF today.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bread uncovered on prep table in kitchen area. CA: 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. PIC covered bread on prep table in kitchen area.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed waffle butter container not covered in bottom of RIC under prep table. CA: 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. PIC covered waffle batter container in bottom of RIC under prep table.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
78
Feb 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes and sliced mushrooms temping above 41 degrees Fahrenheit in the prep top cooler. CA: 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. COS PIC threw product away.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips in the facility to test sanitizer solution in the sanitizer buckets. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will order new test strips for the facility.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed vanilla syrup for drinks being stored in a to go cup. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS PIC discarded the vanilla syrup.
511-6-1.05(6)(r)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed vent hood above grill area with accumulation of grease. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed a leak at the hand wash faucet in the back of the facility. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC stated that maintenance is aware of the leak. PIC will have faucet repaired.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tile in dry storage area that needs to be pushed back into the ceiling. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tile pushed back up.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House # 738 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House # 738 on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House # 738?
Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Waffle House # 738.
How does Waffle House # 738 compare to other restaurants in Moultrie?
Waffle House # 738 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Moultrie average of 85.
Has Waffle House # 738's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Waffle House # 738 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House # 738 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 # 738 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House # 738 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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