Waffle House in Gainesville
Last inspected:
3919 Sw 40 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has accumulated 145 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for sewage leaks. In January 2026, inspectors issued a warning after finding 5 violations, followed by a callback inspection that achieved compliance. Chemical storage, consumer advisories, and sewage disposal have been the most frequently cited violations. A 2020 fire safety inspection noted the kitchen fire extinguisher gauge was in the red zone.
Most recent closure: November 20, 2015 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Waffle House in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Sewage leaks | 16:31:00 |
Waffle House in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015050948 | $400.00 | Nov 20, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Waffle House in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Waffle House in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Gainesville last inspected?
- Waffle House #541 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Waffle House in Gainesville last shut down?
- Waffle House #541 in Gainesville was last shut down on November 20, 2015 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #541 in Gainesville are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Gainesville had?
- Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Gainesville find?
- Waffle House #541 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Waffle House in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Waffle House in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Waffle House in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Gainesville been fined?
- Waffle House #541 in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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