Waffle House

19 W May St, Winder, GA 30680

Café / Breakfast

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Waffle House has four inspections in the public record. On Apr 29, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Among Winder restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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4-1A - food separated and protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Milk was stored next to shell eggs and unwashed onions next to margarine in the walk in cooler. The eggs were moved to a shelf below ready to eat food items and the unwashed onions were moved to the shelf with other unwashed produce. Food the food hierarchy chart.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Nov 26, 2025

Initial

No violations found.

100

Jun 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Medication was stored above bread stored on the bread rack. The medication was removed. All medication must be stored in a designated location away from food, utensils, single service articles, equipment and linen.

511-6-1.07(6)(o)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Purses, bags, etc. were stored with single service articles and equipment. The personal items were moved to an area designated for personal items.

511-6-1.07(3)(h)

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

Inspector notes: Multiple gaskets on the reach in coolers were torn and in disrepair. Replace the damaged gaskets.

511-6-1.05(6)(a)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: The dish macine is not fully operational. The rinse cycle does not reach the proper temperature. The repair technician was called. The 3 compartment sink will be used until the dish machine is repaired. Email the Barrow Co. Environmental Health office when repaired.

511-6-1.05(6)(d)

May 20, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: No paper towels provided at hand washing sink next to 3-compartment sink in kitchen. CA - Employee restocked paper towels at hand washing sink. Corrected on site.

511-6-1.07(3)(b)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employees wearing watches and bracelets. CA - Employees should not wear anything on hands and wrists except for a plain wedding band. Employees removed watches and bracelets. Corrected on site. Repeat

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Waffle House compare to other restaurants in Winder?

Waffle House most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winder average of 89.

Has Waffle House's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House 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 inspected?

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

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