WAFFLE HOUSE 2274
3200 S ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach Shores FL 32118 · 386-405-0530
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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MAR 25
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FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -5 live roaches underneath front counter dish machine, right side near floor drain and on floor near hand sink. -3 live roaches on left side of dish area underneath drain boards and on wall behind same area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025025141 | Mar 12, 2025 | May 19, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Grease on the pad around grease receptacle. -opposite side of receptacle from where employees load grease into receptacle, visible in area where noted rust has pitted the surface.
Grease receptacle with rusted out on bottom. -some rust has pitted the surface on bottom of receptacle.
In-use food container for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. -syrup bottles stored on tray with standing water
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -hot water sanitizing dish machine read 138F, manager reset booster heater for machine, continued to recheck temperatures after running system, max read at 158F after numerous repeat attempts). -callback inspection required in 7 days to verify compliance.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -cook wearing watch
Grease on the pad around grease receptacle. -opposite side of receptacle from where employees load grease into receptacle, visible in area where noted rust has pitted the surface.
Grease receptacle with rusted out on bottom. -some rust has pitted the surface on bottom of receptacle.
In-use food container for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. -syrup bottles stored on tray with standing water
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Utensils not properly air-dried. -utensils stacked in container and wiped with paper towel prior to being stored after ware washing
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. -cracked/broken shell egg inside rack inside stand up cooler next to stove.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -soiled rag inside basin of hand sink near register
Remnants of Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. -Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -Grease receptacle lid open.
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at cook line area. -soiled plates(food debris) above cold holding station next to grill within stack of clean plates
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -wearing wristwatch while preparing food
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet cloth on rack next to/above solution
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Water leaking from beneath soda dispenser station inside cabinet
Mar 12, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture in disrepair. -small gaps at molding in front if walk in cooler
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Mar 12, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -5 live roaches underneath front counter dish machine, right side near floor drain and on floor near hand sink. -3 live roaches on left side of dish area underneath drain boards and on wall behind same area
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture in disrepair. -small gaps at molding in front if walk in cooler
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches under dish machine behind front counter
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -around ice machine/hand sink in back
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -chili cooled down from previous night service 43F at edge, 45-46F in middle of 2 deep, stacked plastic containers with lids on.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -chili
Cardboard used to line for food-contact inside cooler on shelving. -raw bacon
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Aug 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced ham (51F - Cold Holding); diced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese 49F. Inside makeline cooler next to grill, Manager stated recently loaded less than 2 hours prior after unit was defrosted and cleaned.
Employee/cook with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -unit next to grill
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -grits 115-120F in tabletop steamer in back area. Manager stated reheating to 165F
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at prep area. -some plates showing soil/food debris on side in clean stack of plates above grill
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cellphone, car keys stored on top of soda bib box in back
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top surface of ice machine
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. -sleeves of drink cups stored on top surface of ice machine with soil/debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -unit containing raw shell eggs
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm, solution out in front, manager had employee change out for fresh sanitizer
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, or food storage area. -2 flies above prep line hovering over exposed food -1 fly over iced tea station at end of line -1 fly by 3 compartment sink -must be in compliance by next unannounced inspection, per amy zaleski
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand sink next to ice machine 80F
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -dry storage
Inside/outside of dumpster/enclosure not clean.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -womens restroom
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.