Waffle House #2166
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
86
Score
The Waffle House #2166 located at 1099 Northside Dr Nw in Atlanta, GA had a recent inspection on January 12, 2026, which resulted in a low-risk classification with a score of 86. This inspection did note one critical violation concerning food-contact surfaces requiring cleaning and sanitization. Across four recorded inspections, this establishment has generally maintained a low-risk status.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dishwasher final rinse temperature not reaching 180*F (registered 173*F on final rinse). Corrective action - PIC reported that she would put in an order for servicing the dishwasher and use the 3-compartment sink for sanitizing until repair is completed. Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, in a mechanical operation, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be more than 194ºF (90ºC), or less than: Pf (i) For a stationary rack, single temperature machine, 165ºF (74ºC); Pf or (ii) For all other machines, 180ºF (82ºC). Pf
511-6-1.05(6)(l)
86
Jul 7, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed debris inside drawers at cook line CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris inside RIC Nonfood-Contact surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on gaskets of the RIC CA: Observed food debris inside RIC Nonfood-Contact surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris under board of drink station CA: Observed food debris inside RIC Nonfood-Contact surfaces CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
82
Dec 19, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dark matter inside top of ice machine Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dust on vents of ice machine Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed opening at back door Outer Openings Protected CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
78
May 28, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dishes with built up debris stored clean. Ca: Advised pic to routinely clean dishes to prevent food debris build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items in the prep top cooler stored uncovered. COS: pic covered food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
86
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