Waffle House #960
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #960 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Waffle House #960 scores about where you'd expect for a Marietta restaurant. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
4-1A - food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Observed pre-cooked ham stored below raw bacon and raw ground pork sausage stored above raw lean beef steaks in RIC 1 near grill in front food service area. C/A: All cooked or ready to eat foods must be stored above raw foods. Ground raw pork must be stored below raw lean steak. All food must be arranged by internal cook temperature with raw poultry at the bottom. COS: Foods rearranged properly.
86
Feb 21, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Observed cup without handle stored in sugar along front food service area. 2. Observed utensil handle in contact with food (hashbrowns) in Baine-marie along front food service area. 3. Observed ice scoop stored on unclean service at drink machine along front food service area. C/A: 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; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equi...
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dishes wet nested, stacked along dish rack above 3-compartment sink in main kitchen. C/A: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and 2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry. COS: PIC removed dishes for cleaning/sanitizing.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
90
Aug 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods stored above 41F along front food service area sandwich cooler drawers (*see asterisks*). C/A: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, TCS food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: Per PIC and records, food out of temperature for less than 4 hours. All food moved to unit adequately cold holding at 41F and below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fruit/vegetable sink in main kitchen being used by employee to wash/rinse cleaning bucket used to clean facility ceilings. C/A: Raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Observed black accumulations along drink gun nozzles and inside ice bin along front food service area. 2. Observed black and pink accumulations along interior deflector of ice machine in main kitchen; deflector is in disrepair and does not allow sufficient cleaning. 3. Observed food containers stored for use/clean along dish rack in main kitchen with stickers stuck to containers. C/A: 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. 2. Repair/replace deflector inside ice machine to allow sufficient cleaning. COS: All equipment cleaned and sanitized. Informal will occur to assess repairs to deflector inside ice machine and overall cleanliness within 10-days (8/22/2024). Informal 8/23/2024: Ice machine deflector repaired and interior of unit in sanitar...
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Baine-marie cooler drawers cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen. C/A: Ambient air temperature, water pressure, and water temperature measuring devices shall be maintained in good repair and be accurate within the intended range of use. COS: TCS foods removed from unit. Unit must not be used until serviced and maintains 41F and below. Informal 8/23/2024: Unit observed cold holding at below 41F: chicken sausage-40F diced ham-39F
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Observed heavily soiled walls, shelving, and fan grates in WIC in main kitchen. 2. Observed gaskets and interior surfaces of coolers throughout front food service area heavily soiled with black accumulations and food debris. C/A: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC cleaned fan grates, shelving, and walls of WIC during inspection. Informal 8/23/2024: WIC has been pressure washed and all shelving and walls in clean condition.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed non-current inspection report posted along front food service area. C/A: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Informal 8/23/2024- Current report posted along front food service area.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed gaskets of RIC near grill area along front food service area in disrepair. C/A: Repair/replace gaskets; Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
58
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several food items in steamtable along front food service area hot holding at below 135F (*see asterisks*). C/A: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, TCS foods which are hot held must be maintained at 135°F and above. COS: All discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 1. Observed accumulated food debris and dirt along cabinet shelving, inside coolers, and between appliances throughout front food service area. 2. Observed soiled shelving and fan grates in WIC in main kitchen. C/A: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #960 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #960 on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Waffle House #960?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #960.
How does Waffle House #960 compare to other restaurants in Marietta?
Waffle House #960 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Marietta average of 87.
Has Waffle House #960's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Waffle House #960 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 #960 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 #960 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #960 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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