WAFFLE HOUSE # 2364
1228 TAMIAMI TRL, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 770-729-5700
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese 51F, beef 53F at Walk in Cooler. Operator opened the Walk in Freezer door to allow rapid cooling.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer over 200ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 100ppm by adding more water.
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/ Person in Charge: Randy Bender.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup on gaskets at prep area Reach in Cooler.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground sausage over pork at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed date of 09/01 on open gallon of milk. Educated the operator of placing the date it was opened. Operator placed the correct date of 08/20.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food and beverage not labeled at Display Cooler Unit. Operator labeled the food items.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed waffle battered not time marked at cookline next to Make Table.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent at dry storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching the ice at ice machine bin. Operator removed the handle from touch the ice.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet sanitizer wiping cloth at counter next to Display Cooler Unit at entrance to the kitchen. Operator placed in sanitizer solution.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed raw shell eggs incorrectly time marked. Operator corrected the times as the old previous times were not changed.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at Display Cooler Unit by the entrance to the frontline. Operator date marked the food item.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed small pieces of cheese at frontline handwash sink. Educated the operator.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
7 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cookline changing gloves without washing hands. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed insect repellent at prep area shelf next to office. Operator removed the item from the establishment.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground sausage over muscle intact beef at frontline Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese 51F, beef 53F at Walk in Cooler. Operator opened the Walk in Freezer door to allow rapid cooling.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed toxic spray bottles next to bread at frontline cart. Operator removed the toxic spray bottles.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed multiple wiping cloth containers over 200ppm on test strip. Operator added more water to correct to 100ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk at front counter Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no date for the employees signature. Operator dated the day of signature.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates at shelf above grill. Educated the operator.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food at prep area Reach in Cooler not segregated and labeled. Educated the operator.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters at frontline table. Operator placed in container.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth at front counter table. Operator placed back in sanitizer solution.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee at cook line changing gloves after cracking raw shell egg and touching clean utensils, however, did not wash hands. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided the document which was completed during inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates on top of shelf at cookline above grill. Educated the operator.
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