Waffle House #799

2250 S Main St, Greensboro, GA 30642

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Waffle House #799 stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Greensboro restaurant scores 83. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Back door not closed at the beginning of the inspection

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Inspector notes: Observed a open (not a disposal) cup with a straw (not cover with a lid) stored next to the prep to cooler in the main line area and couple personal drink cup store on the table close to the main line. Corrective action (CA) Ensure employees used single service cup with a lid and a straw (disposable cup) and if use personal cup it must be stored in the office.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed food handler with a bracelet on wrist while handling food in line. CA: all food employees, handlers shall have no more than a plain wedding band on hands and wrists.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Jun 30, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed food items- chili, gravy- not held or maintained at 135°F or above as required. CA: All-time control for safety food shall be held or maintained at 135°F or above for hot holding. The person in charge was informed and instructed to ensure the water in the steam well is filled mid-range to make sure foods are maintained at the proper temperature and receive adequate heat. COS: all the concerned foods were discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed a food handler at the grill without a hair restraint while handling food as required. Visor, hat, or hairnets are allowed. COS: A hairnet was used during the inspection

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed a wiping cloth container with a low concentration of chlorine sanitizer bucket in the front service area. COS- Clorine was added to reach 100ppm

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed plates stored on shelf next to dishwasher, not covered, inverted or protected from contamination

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cup holder not covered or protected at the front service area.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Jan 9, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed chicken and ham stored in the front meat reach-in cooler not covered. Corrective Action (CA): Packed and unparked food or food stored shall be covered unless they are actively cooling. Corrected on-site: Foods were covered during the inspection.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed the light passing through an opening at the bottom right of the back door. Ensure the back door is tight fitting without the light passing through.

511-6-1.07(2)(m)

Jun 20, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the backroom. Corrective action (CA) paper towels are required at every handwashing sink. Corrected on-site (COS): Paper towels were provided.

511-6-1.07(3)(a)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed racks in the reach-in cooler (4 door) left at front service, not in good repair. they are peeling and shall be replaced.

511-6-1.05(1)(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #799 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #799 on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #799?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #799.

How does Waffle House #799 compare to other restaurants in Greensboro?

Waffle House #799 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Greensboro average of 83.

Has Waffle House #799's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #799 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House #799 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 #799 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #799 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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