WAFFLE HOUSE #565
28100 QUAILS NEST LN, Bonita Springs FL 34135 · 239.947.1247
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 4 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Seven small flies observed on ceiling in dish area, one flying in dish area. Heavy accumulation of dead small flies on three hanging fly strips in dish and dry storage areas.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023009587 | Jan 27, 2023 | Mar 23, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2020036343 | Jun 12, 2020 | Mar 2, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Pancake syrup on floor by front counter. Operator removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened energy drink in reach in cooler with hash brown potatoes. Operator removed drink.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in the dish area was blocked by a stack of empty bread racks. Operator moved racks away from the sink.
Ice buildup around the door in the walk-in freezer.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the dishwashing sink. Operator stocked towels.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Several dozen shell eggs on the dumpster pad. This area should be maintained clean to avoid attracting vermin.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Operator re-mixed to proper ppm. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm); Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
Feb 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by the cook line.
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Seven small flies observed on ceiling in dish area, one flying in dish area. Heavy accumulation of dead small flies on three hanging fly strips in dish and dry storage areas.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Uncovered rodent block was observed on the floor in the corner by the ice machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food in two reach-in coolers commingled with food for sale to the public.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by the cook line.
Sep 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees hired more than 60 days no proof of training, Lenette and Mersa.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups on cook line drink station. Repeat 6/14/2023
Equipment in poor repair. Main dishwasher in disrepair. Repeat 6/14/2023.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in Back of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cook line.
Sep 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 4 in back ware washing area. 6 near three door silver reach-in cooler and storage rack in back kitchen. 4 in dry storage. 6 at far end cook line and nearby seating area on wall.
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/ 5 cooks present handling food with no certified food manager present. Certified food manager Bryan arrived at time of inspection.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 employees hired more than 60 days no proof of training, Lenette and Mersa.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups on cook line drink station. Repeat 6/14/2023
Equipment in poor repair. Main dishwasher in disrepair. Repeat 6/14/2023.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in Back of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cook line.
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.