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WAFFLE HOUSE #2177

9406 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, Orlando FL 32837 · 407.888.2800

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats38
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5813921
Grade history
JUL 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach by office. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink on cooks line.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator cleaned.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken over bacon in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator rearranged.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Doors and handles off all reach-in coolers.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink on cooks line.
Basic/31B-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Interior of reach-in cooler storing hash browns soiled either liquid from hash browns. -Interior of pullout drawers used to store clean pans soiled with food residue. Cleaned during inspection.
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Raw Chicken and beef patties in reach-in cooler uncovered on cooks line.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Two employees engaging in food preparation with bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of reach-in cooler on cooks line used for hash browns soiled with liquid. Interior of storage area below waffle station soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Feb 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach by office. Operator killed and discarded.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grits held at 109F, sitting on top of pan on steam table. Operator reheated to 145F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By coffee station at front line.
Basic/36-22-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice bin by front counter. Operator removed.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler located by door leading to back area
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Jul 26, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chilli,gravy,ham,chocolate milk and hash browns all temping between 46F-67F.Per operator items were in reach in coolers overnight
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chilli,gravy,ham,chocolate milk and hash browns all temping between 46F-67F.Per operator items were in reach in coolers overnight
High priority/03A-02-5
Equipment in poor repair. Left side of reach in cooler located by door leading to back room not keeping TCS foods 41F and below Sandwich prep unit not keeping TCS foods temperature 41F and below
Basic/14-11-5
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler located by door leading to back area
Basic/22-16-4
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee hand sink front area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Women's bathroom, drying device broken. Operator added paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 4/1/2023
Basic/50-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's bathroom. Provided signs and operator posted.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets soiled from milk reach in cooler. Operator cleaned during inspection
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy grease build up grease trap.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 6, 2023 · Time Extended

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.