Waffle House #1326

11240 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Waffle House #1326 appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Oct 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “hand-washing signage” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Waffle House #1326 scores about where you'd expect for a Houston restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
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General. containers of food stored on dollies / racks / pallets that are not easily moveable.
20-21.03(a)(02)b
Backflow. an air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture / equipment / or nonfood equipment not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm (1 inch). a backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet american society of sanitary engineering (asse) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. a backflow prevention device shall be located so that it can be serviced and maintained. a hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed.
20-21.17(c)
90
Apr 24, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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General. the internal temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (05°c) or below or 135°f (57°c) or above at all times, except as otherwise provided in this article or unless a packaged product is so labeled as exempted and approved by the appropriate state or federal health authority. (corrected on site)
20-21.02(a)(01)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink used for purpose other than hand-washing as specified in section 20-21.08(b) of this code.
20-21.19(a)
Food employee failed to successfully complete a food handler training course within 60 days of employment.
20-53(f)
82
Oct 2, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
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General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
20-21.03(a)(01)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
Hand-washing sink supplies. supply of hand-cleansing liquid / powder / bar soap not available at each hand-washing sink or group of two adjacent hand-washing sinks.
20-21.19(c)
86
Jan 9, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be easily cleanable.
20-21.22(a)
Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. poisonous / toxic materials unnecessary for the operation / maintenance of the establishment / cleaning and sanitization of equipment and utensils / control of insects and rodents are prohibited in the food establishment; provided, this requirement does not apply to packaged poisonous / toxic materials that are for retail sale. restricted use pesticides specified in item (03)c of this subsection shall meet the requirements specified in 40 cfr 152, subpart i, classification of pesticides.
20-21.27(a)(01)
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House #1326 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Waffle House #1326 on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Waffle House #1326?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing signage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Waffle House #1326.

How does Waffle House #1326 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Waffle House #1326 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Waffle House #1326's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Waffle House #1326 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Waffle House #1326 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Waffle House #1326 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Waffle House #1326 is inspected around two times per year on average.