Waffle House #80
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
52
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #80 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 23, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 91, which Waffle House #80's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items on the rear steam table (grits) hot-holding below 135 F. RCA: Ensure all TCS food items are hot-holding at 135 F or above at all times.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed chili and gravy with a disposal date of 3/16/2026. RCA: Ensure all TCS and RTE food items are disposed within 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed a container of sausage gravy without a date mark. RCA: Ensure all RTE and TCS food items, if stored for longer than 24 hours, are date marked at all times and disposed within 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed cloth solutions with a sanitizing concentration of 0 ppm chlorine. (COS- PIC corrected one cloth solution to 50 ppm chlorine.) RCA: Ensure cloth solutions are maintained between 50-100 ppm chlorine at all times.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a mixer containing dried food debris. RCA: Ensure all equipment and food-contact surfaces are cleaned to the touch and sanitized at all times.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed raw bacon, ham, pork chop, and burgers stored in the reach-in cooler uncovered. RCA: Ensure all food items are covered at all times to reduce the risk of contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
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Aug 19, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed high-temp dish machine with a sanitizing temperature of 125.6 F. RCA: Ensure the high-temp dish machine final rinse reaches at least 180 F, whereas the dish temperature reaches at least 160 F.
511-6-1.05(6)(l)
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed shelled eggs, stored above grill, being held under Time as a public health control (TPHC) with a time documentation dated at 8/17/2025: 7 AM-11AM. (COS- PIC changed date to 8/19/2025: 7 AM-11 AM) RCA: Ensure to label time when eggs are out of the cooler and are placed under TPHC.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
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Jun 26, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In reach-in cooler on front service line, observed uncovered sausage patties stored next to opened bags of raw steaks. Observed raw shelled eggs stored next to RTE onions and mushrooms. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over boxes of hash browns. CA: PIC rearranged cooler to allow for proper separation.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In walk-in cooler, observed raw chicken stored directly next to raw steaks and pork chops stored directly next to raw sausage patties stored directly next to raw bacon. Observed boxes of raw shelled eggs stored directly next to coffee creamers. CA: PIC rearranged cooler to allow for proper separation. Recommend the use of plexiglass walls to save space in cooler but allow for impenetrable separation.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS-food items (ham, cheese, tomatoes, and sausage) in prep top cooler with reach-drawers not maintaining safe temperatures of 41F or below. CA: PIC indicated entire unit was flipped at 7:00am. All product was time marked and will be discarded by 1:00pm. PIC has work order in for unit. Recommended utilizing an ice bath until the unit can be repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed PIC not maintaining active managerial control of the facility by not actively monitoring processes to prevent the risk of foodborne illness. PIC was not maintaining active managerial control due to multiple priority violations present at time of inspection. Violations included proper separation of ready-to-eat foods and raw meats, proper cold-holding temperatures and covering food.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: In front service reach-in coolers, observed raw sausage patties, pork chops and sliced lemons not in active use and stored uncovered. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) 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;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed ladle stored in chili with handle touching the product. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roach in clean dish storage cabinet on front service line. observed dead bug next to walk-in cooler. RCA: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C) (k) Controlling Pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
50
Nov 26, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed employee placing raw bacon and sausage on the grill, donned gloves, and then started stir grits and put on the plate. Advised PIC to ensure all employees wash hands after preparing raw animal foods and when changing tasks.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observe TCS food items (cubed ham and sliced ham) in the prep-top cooler cold-holding above 41 F. Advised PIC to ensure all TCS food items are cold-holding at 41 F or below at all times.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items on the rear steam table (grits, chili, and sausage gravy) hot-holding below 135 F. (COS: PIC disposed food items in the trash.) Advised PIC to ensure all TCS food items are hot-holding at 135 F or above at all times.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
Inspector notes: Observed employee washing hands with running water and no soap. Advised PIC to ensure proper handwashing procedures at all times.
511-6-1.03(5)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees personal food, cosmetics, and vape pen stored above food storage and preparation areas. (COS: PIC moved personal items away from food storage and prep.) Advised PIC to ensure all personal items are stored below or away from food storage and prep at all times.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #80 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #80 on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #80?
Across the inspection record, “proper hot holding temperatures” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #80.
How does Waffle House #80 compare to other restaurants in Savannah?
Waffle House #80 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Savannah average of 91.
Has Waffle House #80's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #80 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Waffle House #80 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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