Waffle House in Panama City
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2217 Thomas Dr, Panama City, FL 32408Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #1929 in Panama City was emergency-closed once, on January 15, 2015, for roach activity. Across 20 inspections between 2015 and November 2025, the facility accumulated 62 violations, averaging 3.1 per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included shell stock handling requirements (cited in at least 3 inspections), approved food source violations, chemical storage, hand washing, and consumer advisory failures. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Recent inspections show inconsistent compliance: the February 2025 inspection documented 2 high-priority violations including approved food source and shell stock requirements, while the August 2024 inspection cited food contact surface and chemical storage violations. The most recent inspection on November 21, 2025 found 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: January 15, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages
Waffle House in Panama City: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 15:04:00 |
Waffle House in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2015002869 | $400.00 | Jan 15, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 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 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Waffle House in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Panama City last inspected?
- Waffle House #1929 in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Waffle House in Panama City last shut down?
- Waffle House #1929 in Panama City was last shut down on January 15, 2015 for roach 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 Panama City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #1929 in Panama City are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Panama City had?
- Waffle House #1929 in Panama City has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Panama City find?
- Waffle House #1929 in Panama City was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House in Panama City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Waffle House #1929 in Panama City has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Waffle House in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #1929 in Panama City has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Panama City been fined?
- Waffle House #1929 in Panama City has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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