When was Waffle House in Freeport last inspected?

Waffle House in Freeport was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Freeport?

The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House in Freeport are: Proper cooking temps, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.

How many health inspections has Waffle House in Freeport had?

Waffle House in Freeport has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Freeport find?

Waffle House in Freeport was most recently inspected on September 23, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Waffle House in Freeport ever been shut down?

No, Waffle House in Freeport has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?

Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.

Has Waffle House in Freeport faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Waffle House in Freeport has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.

How much has Waffle House in Freeport been fined?

Waffle House in Freeport has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

Waffle House in Freeport

Last inspected: September 23, 2025

16290 Us Hwy 331 S, Freeport, FL 32439

Walton County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Waffle House INC
DBPR License: SEA7602194

Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

The Waffle House in Freeport has been inspected 19 times since 2016, recording 34 total violations with no emergency closures. The facility has averaged 1.8 violations per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Two disciplinary actions totaling $360 in fines were issued. The most recent inspection on September 23, 2025 documented 8 violations including high-priority citations for employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and allergen awareness, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections

34Violations

0Closures

$360in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: September 23, 2025

Waffle House in Freeport: Comparison to Walton County Averages

This Facility 1.8 violations / inspection 1.8 violations per inspection

Walton County Avg 3.19 violations / inspection 3.19 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Walton County Avg 0.09 closures / facility 0.09 county average

Waffle House in Freeport: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $360.00

Disciplinary action history for Waffle House in Freeport
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Mar 9, 2022	6--2022003728	$160.00	Jan 12, 2022	Miami (Doral)
Feb 21, 2020	6--2019044426	$200.00	Jul 10, 2019	Miami (Doral)

Waffle House in Freeport: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

2025 — 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority

Sep 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 2 inspections0 violations

Jul 24, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection1 violations

Aug 15, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

2022 — 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority

Dec 6, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 31, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Jan 13, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

2021 — 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority

Aug 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Feb 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

2020 — 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority

Oct 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V40 Wiping cloths usage

May 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

2019 — 4 inspections5 violations

Aug 28, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 28, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 27, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 10, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Waffle House in Freeport: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House in Freeport last inspected?: Waffle House in Freeport was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Freeport?: The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House in Freeport are: Proper cooking temps, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Waffle House in Freeport had?: Waffle House in Freeport has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Freeport find?: Waffle House in Freeport was most recently inspected on September 23, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Waffle House in Freeport ever been shut down?: No, Waffle House in Freeport has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?: Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?: Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?: Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
Has Waffle House in Freeport faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Waffle House in Freeport has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
How much has Waffle House in Freeport been fined?: Waffle House in Freeport has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.