When was Waffle House in Ocala last inspected?

Waffle House #2498 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.

What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Ocala?

The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #2498 in Ocala are: Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities, Chemical properly stored.

How many health inspections has Waffle House in Ocala had?

Waffle House #2498 in Ocala has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Ocala find?

Waffle House #2498 in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.

Has Waffle House in Ocala ever been shut down?

No, Waffle House #2498 in Ocala 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.

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.

Waffle House in Ocala

Last inspected: March 26, 2026

7660 Sw Hwy 200, Ocala, FL 34476

Marion County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Waffle House INC
DBPR License: SEA5203259

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

Overview

Waffle House #2498 in Ocala has accumulated 23 violations across 4 inspections since April 2025, averaging 5.75 violations per inspection. High-priority violations have dominated the record, with employee health reporting cited in three consecutive inspections (April through September 2025), proper hand and arm washing violations, chemical storage violations, parasite destruction failures, and approved food source violations all documented. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 identified 5 violations including three high-priority findings related to employee health reporting, parasite destruction, and chemical storage, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation from the inspector. A prior inspection on September 11, 2025 resulted in a Warning Issued after 24 violations were documented, though the facility achieved compliance on a September 16 callback inspection.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

4Inspections

23Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: March 26, 2026

Waffle House in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 5.8 violations / inspection 5.8 violations per inspection

Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Waffle House in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)

2026 — 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority

Mar 26, 2026 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

2025 — 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority

Sep 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Sep 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 23, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Waffle House in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House in Ocala last inspected?: Waffle House #2498 in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Ocala?: The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #2498 in Ocala are: Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Waffle House in Ocala had?: Waffle House #2498 in Ocala has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Ocala find?: Waffle House #2498 in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Waffle House in Ocala ever been shut down?: No, Waffle House #2498 in Ocala 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?: Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
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.