Waffle House in Naples
Last inspected:
3824 Tollhouse Dr, Naples, FL 34114Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #978 in Naples has accumulated 144 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.1 per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,240 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $800. Food contact surfaces, employee health reporting, and consumer advisories are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspection patterns show recurring compliance issues, with multiple administrative complaints and callback inspections between 2022 and 2024, though violations have declined in 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Naples: Comparison to Collier County Averages
Waffle House in Naples: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024009391 | $600.00 | Jan 4, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022053005 | $800.00 | Sep 22, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2022023009 | $200.00 | Apr 5, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017016896 | $640.00 | Mar 15, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Waffle House in Naples: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 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
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Waffle House in Naples: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Naples last inspected?
- Waffle House #978 in Naples was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Naples?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #978 in Naples are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Naples had?
- Waffle House #978 in Naples has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Naples find?
- Waffle House #978 in Naples was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House in Naples ever been shut down?
- No, Waffle House #978 in Naples has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Waffle House in Naples faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #978 in Naples has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,240.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Naples been fined?
- Waffle House #978 in Naples has been fined a total of $2,240.00 across 4 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).
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