WAFFLE HOUSE #566
603 67 ST EAST, Bradenton FL 34208 · 941.747.6634
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in main kitchen area sausage gravy (113F - Hot Holding). Person in charge placed on grill to reheat.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025026099 | Feb 21, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2023072473 | Nov 3, 2023 | Jan 30, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.observe ham and cheese not time stamped. Person in charge stated that they were placed on the line since 7am and time stamped accordingly.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation.observed in reach in cooler raw bacon over raw chopped onion.Person in charge removed bacon.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed on cooks line raw shell eggs not time stamped. Person in charge discarded.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale.observed on cooks line raw shell eggs not time stamped. Person in charge discarded.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.observed in back kitchen area ice machine soiled with mold like substance. Person in charge cleaned ice bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in front kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler gaskets soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area soiled hood filters with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on east side of building As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed: 3 door Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed on cooks line cut tomatoes,ham and waffle batter not time stamped. Person in charge discarded.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler on cooks line American cheese (47F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line American cheese (47F - Cold Holding); ham (49F - Cold Holding). Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed on cooks line cut tomatoes,ham and waffle batter not time stamped. Person in charge discarded.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in main kitchen area sausage gravy (113F - Hot Holding). Person in charge placed on grill to reheat.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in front kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Person in charge put on hat and washed hands.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed: 3 door Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler gaskets soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area soiled hood filters with grease.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on east side of building.
Plastic beverage cups not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Person in charge separated cups.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed: 3 door Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet wiping cloth on handwashing sink not in sanitizing solution between uses. Person in charge placed in sanitizer.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in back kitchen area reach in cooler Raw Shell eggs over rehydrated hash brown potatoes. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Shell Eggs.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed on cooks line food products not time stamped. Person in charge stated they were changed at 6:30 am and time marked accordingly.
3 door Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in front kitchen area employee engaging in food preparation with wrist watch. Employee removed watch and washed hands.
Lights in food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Observed over grill and fryers in main kitchen area soiled hood filters with grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in dry storage. Person in charge stated that the only food delivery was Bread. Person in charge removed from floor.
Jan 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Jan 16, 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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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in main kitchen on grill line employee cracked raw shell egg with gloves on and touched 2 plate surfaces and failed to remove soiled gloves and wash hands. Person in charge educated employee on glove use and Handwashing. Employee placed both plates in dish area,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area in Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler,Reach in freezer and Walk in freezer. Observed in back are of kitchen upright Reach in cooler soiled interior on bottom of Reach in cooler. Observed in main kitchen are soiled hood filters with grease above grill.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed 3 door Reach in cooler in back area of kitchen rusted pitted shelves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Vending machine exterior soiled.
Nov 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in Reach in cooler in front kitchen area raw Chopped Beef over raw Bacon. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge removed chopped Beef
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed in Reach in cooler across from office 7 raw shell eggs with cracked Shells. Educated Person in charge on Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Person in charge discarded raw shell eggs. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed on grill line Employee Safety with gloves on handled a raw beef steak and proceeded to butter toast for immediate service and failed to change gloves or wash hands. Stopped employee and explained glove use and Handwashing procedures. Employee discarded buttered toast,removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed on grill line Employee Safety with gloves on handled a raw beef steak and proceeded to butter toast for immediate service and failed to change gloves or wash hands. Stopped employee and explained glove use and Handwashing procedures. Employee discarded buttered toast,removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area in Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler,Reach in freezer and Walk in freezer. Observed in back are of kitchen upright Reach in cooler soiled interior on bottom of Reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed 3 door Reach in cooler in back area of kitchen rusted pitted shelves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed on grill line in front kitchen area wiping cloth chlorine Sanitizer solution over 200ppm. Person in charge diluted with water and retested at 100ppm.
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in Reach in cooler in front kitchen area raw Chopped Beef over raw Bacon. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed a copy to Person in charge.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed in Reach in cooler across from office in back kitchen area 7 cracked and broken shell Eggs. Person in charge removed cracked and broken shell Eggs and discarded them.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area in Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler,Reach in freezer and Walk in freezer. Observed in back are of kitchen upright Reach in cooler soiled interior on bottom of Reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed 3 door Reach in cooler in back area of kitchen rusted pitted shelves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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