Waffle House in Gainesville

Last inspected:

915 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

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

Overview

Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville has been inspected 13 times since 2022, accumulating 91 violations at an average of 7.0 per inspection, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, with employee health reporting violations cited in at least 6 inspections, shell stock requirement violations in 5 inspections, and hand-washing violations in 3 inspections. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Three fire safety violations were documented between February 2023 and January 2024, all involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone. Administrative complaints have been recommended in 5 of the past 7 inspections, indicating escalated enforcement action. The most recent inspection on January 30, 2026 identified 16 violations including high-priority findings related to employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and shell stock requirements, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
91Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Waffle House in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Waffle House in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. In the recharge zone by the back door. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By the back door extinguisher in the recharge zone. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by the back door in the recharge zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Waffle House in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities

Waffle House in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House in Gainesville last inspected?
Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 30, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville are: Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Waffle House in Gainesville had?
Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Gainesville find?
Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on January 30, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Waffle House in Gainesville ever been shut down?
No, Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Waffle House in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Waffle House #2387 in Gainesville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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