Waffle House in Lake City
Last inspected:
348 Sw Baya Dr, Lake City, FL 32055Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #2254 in Lake City has recorded 160 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility faced two disciplinary actions totaling $360 in fines. Employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage were the most frequently cited violations. Inspection records show a pattern of administrative complaints in 2021-2023, with compliance improving in 2024-2025, evidenced by recent inspections citing fewer violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Lake City: Comparison to Columbia County Averages
Waffle House in Lake City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023035291 | $160.00 | Mar 10, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2020055688 | $200.00 | Nov 30, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in Lake City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Waffle House in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Lake City last inspected?
- Waffle House #2254 in Lake City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Lake City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #2254 in Lake City are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Lake City had?
- Waffle House #2254 in Lake City has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Lake City find?
- Waffle House #2254 in Lake City was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House in Lake City ever been shut down?
- No, Waffle House #2254 in Lake City has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- Has Waffle House in Lake City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #2254 in Lake City has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Lake City been fined?
- Waffle House #2254 in Lake City has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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