WAFFLE HOUSE #892
3210 N MONROE ST STE A, Tallahassee FL 32303 · 850-562-1991
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
MAR 24
SEP 24
APR 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed condensation drain line from walk-in cooler backing up onto floor next to walk-in cooler in commissary area. Establishment is able to section off by closing door to commissary so employees are not tracking wastewater into other parts of the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024054799 | Sep 5, 2024 | Nov 4, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Steak 44f, bacon 43f, block cheese 42f @ 245pm in walk in. Truck processed just prior to employee arrival @ 2pm. Freezer door opened to bring walk in temp into compliance.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 operator with document.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Rust on reach-in cooler shelves. Standing water on bottom of reach-in cooler.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Glue traps not thrown away.
Hot hold food not covered when not in use.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use items stored on floor.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine in the back of the kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed condensation drain line from walk-in cooler backing up onto floor next to walk-in cooler in commissary area. Establishment is able to section off by closing door to commissary so employees are not tracking wastewater into other parts of the establishment.
Sep 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed condensation drain line from walk-in cooler backing up onto floor next to walk-in cooler in commissary area. Establishment is able to section off by closing door to commissary so employees are not tracking wastewater into other parts of the establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced ham 46F, diced ham 50F, sliced ham 50F in make table at cook line at 12:00. Per manager held since 11:00. Per manager will store ice on food items.
Ceiling leaking water in storage area.
Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils throughout kitchen area.
Food stored under dripping water line in reach in cooler at kitchen area. Manager moved food items during inspection.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer quaternary 0ppm. Employee corrected to quaternary 200ppm.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no biohazard clean-up procedure available. Provided employee with printed biohazard clean-up plan.
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/ Observed no certified food manager on duty with five food handler employees working.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed two personal employee beverages in reach in cooler next to waffle mix and packaged orange juice at front line. Employee removed beverage from cooler during inspection.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing liquid in reach in cooler at front line. Employee cleaned reach in cooler during inspection.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Back storage holding sham: grits 118F, 115F, per manager over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Back storage holding sham: grits 118F, 115F, per manager over 4 hours. See stop sale.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold-like substance in seams of ice machine door and inner hinges.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler and cooking oil stored on floor next to cash register. Employee removed all items from floor.
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted between uses. Observed ice bucket standing on box not inverted next to ice machine. Employee stored ice bucket inverted during inspection
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink leaking water onto floor when in use.
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.