Waffle House

8325 W Mcdowell Rd, Tolleson, AZ 85353
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Waffle House seven times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.

Compared to other Tolleson restaurants (averaging 98), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed floor drain by soda machine nearest the office missing drain grate. Person in charge stated they had it removed to clear the drain. Discussed importance of replacing grate as soon as possible to prevent large items from entering floor drain and injury in the case of an employee misstep. PIC placed grate over drain at time of inspection
6-101.11
95
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed food debris all throughout the kitchen underneath the cook and prep units, as well as some areas of standing water. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Waffle House compare to other restaurants in Tolleson?

Waffle House most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Tolleson average of 98.

Has Waffle House's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House have averaged around zero 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 five times per year on average.