Waffle House in Miami Gardens

Last inspected:

19675 Nw 2 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169

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

Overview

Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens has accumulated 204 violations across 26 inspections since 2018, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for fly activity. Recent inspection history shows a pattern of repeated violations and callbacks, with compliance improving in 2025. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines, with the largest penalty at $400.

Most recent closure: August 22, 2022 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
204Violations
2Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Waffle House in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.8 violations / inspection 7.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Waffle House in Miami Gardens: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 09:33:00
Flies 12:01:00

Waffle House in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2022041569 $400.00 Aug 22, 2022 Miami (Doral)
1--2020037004 $400.00 Jul 29, 2020 Miami (Doral)

Waffle House in Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Waffle House in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House in Miami Gardens last inspected?
Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Waffle House in Miami Gardens last shut down?
Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens was last shut down on August 22, 2022 for fly activity. 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 Miami Gardens?
The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Waffle House in Miami Gardens had?
Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Miami Gardens find?
Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Waffle House in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
Yes, Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Waffle House in Miami Gardens been fined?
Waffle House #2226 in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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