Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy

903 Buford Hwy, Cumming, GA 30041
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jul 22, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 22, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Cumming restaurant scores 91. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector observed rust and food residue on shelving racks in the reach-in cooler nearest the office area. Corrective action: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
95
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hot water sanitizing dish machine final rinse not reaching proper temperature (measuring 158 degrees F). Advised PIC hot water sanitizing dish machine final rinse shall measure 160 degrees F or greater at the plate/utensil level. COS- facility to use 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes until unit is repaired.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the exterior of some refrigeration units with a buildup of debris. Clean non-food contact surfaces with a frequency to prevent build up.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the walk-in freezer in disrepair/ not in use during inspection. Per management repair is scheduled.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy on file is from Jul 22, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy?

Across the inspection record, “food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy.

How does Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy compare to other restaurants in Cumming?

Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cumming average of 91.

Has Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House #841 @ Buford Hwy means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.