Waffle House
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2024, Waffle House has seven inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
The city-wide average sits at 97, which Waffle House's 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: After running machine several times, in-use hi-temp mechanical dishwasher was only able to attain a maximum temperature of 110 degrees Fahrenheit as measured with min-max thermometer. When food-contact surfaces are being sanitized with hot water in a dish machine, the surface temperature must reach at least 160°F as measured by an irreversible registering temperature measuring device to destroy pathogens that may remain on such surfaces after cleaning. Person in charge (PIC) directed staff to re-wash, rinse, and sanitize recently cleaned dishes at 3-compartment sink
4-703.11
Time used as public health control not properly documented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Establishment has written Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) polict posted for raw shell eggs at cook line and did not time stamp in-use basket of raw shell eggs. Per person in charge (PIC), eggs were removed from refrigeration 15 minutes prior to inspection. PIC time stamped eggs according to the policy during the inspection to correct
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sealed bottles of ketchup and bags of dry waffle mix stored directly on the floor during the inspection. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. PIC directed employee to move items during inspection to correct
3-305.11
74
Sep 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 6 containers of waffle batter (48'-51'F) containing raw eggs and dairy, being stored in the walk-in cooler at time of inspection. Waffle batter was being stored in deep plastic tubs, more than 4 inches in depth, while lidded. Discussed the importance of maintaining all TCS items unlidded during the cooling process. Per PIC, the waffle batter was prepared from cold ingredients the day prior to inspection. TCS foods prepared from cold or ambient room temperature ingredients must be cooled from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection
3-501.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wall-mounted immersion blender used for omelette preparation, with visible food debris on the food contact surfaces at time of inspection. Per PIC, the blenders are only cleaned once daily. Discussed the importance of cleaning food contact surfaces at least every 4 hours. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Observed no working light bulbs inside walk-in cooler and adjoined walk-in freezer. Discussed the importance of maintaining adequate lighting within walk-in coolers with PIC. Repair/replace light bulbs prior to next routine inspection
6-303.11
74
Aug 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 6, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed in-use scooper being used for the ice machine being stored directly in the ice machine with the handle in contact with the Ice. Discussed proper storage of in-use utensils with PIC. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection
3-304.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed caulking around hand sink in the men's restroom to be missing, cracked, or otherwise degraded, rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. Re-seal prior to next routine inspection. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
90
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed faucet at 3-comp sink to be protruding from the wall and unfastened at time of inspection. PIC stated that a work order had been filed to repair the fixture. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
95
Sep 5, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Waffle House compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?
Waffle House most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.
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 medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Waffle House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Waffle House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House is inspected around five times per year on average.
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