Waffle House #1103
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
78
Score
Across the available record, Waffle House #1103 has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 8, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
General. when time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of four hours: food was not marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is four hours past the point in time when the food was removed from temperature control.
(corrected on site)
20-21.02(a)(02)b[02]
Hot storage. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food in hot storage not being held at 135°f (57°c) or above.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(c)(02)
The temperature of fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold less than 165°f (74°c) / more than 194°f (90°c) for a stationary rack, single temperature machine and for all other machines, less than 180° f (82°c) / more than 194°f (90°c).
(corrected on site)
20-21.13(i)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
78
Apr 24, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
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Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(07)
The temperature of fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold less than 165°f (74°c) / more than 194°f (90°c) for a stationary rack, single temperature machine and for all other machines, less than 180° f (82°c) / more than 194°f (90°c).
(corrected on site)
20-21.13(i)
Hand-washing sink installation. sink used for food preparation / washing equipment / washing utensils used for hand-washing.
(corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by using appropriate methods of pest control, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under section 20-21.27 of this code.\r\n
20-21.21(a)(03)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
78
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Wall protection. walls within water closet compartments / walls within two feet of the front and sides of urinals / hand-washing sinks / utensil-washing sinks / food sinks / mop or utility sinks / walls subject to damage from moisture not provided to a height of at least four feet above the finished floor with a smooth / light-colored impervious surface of a type not adversely affected by moisture or grease except that light-colored wall protection is not required in toilet rooms.
20-21.23(d)
95
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 22, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
Cleaning frequency. equipment, food-contact surfaces, and utensils not clean to sight and touch.
20-21.11(a)(13)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Toilet room. toilet facility / vestibule, not kept clean / not in good repair / not free of objectionable odors.
20-21.18(c)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by using appropriate methods of pest control, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under section 20-21.27 of this code.\r\n
20-21.21(a)(03)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Waffle House #1103 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1103 on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Waffle House #1103 compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Waffle House #1103 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Waffle House #1103's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Waffle House #1103 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Waffle House #1103 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 #1103 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1103 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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