Waffle House in Punta Gorda
Last inspected:
26550 Jones Loop Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda has accumulated 88 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.3 per visit. The facility has not been shut down and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, consumer advisories, and time as a control for food temperature. Recent inspections from 2024 through January 2026 show consistent patterns of low-level non-compliance with occasional high-priority violations, but no fire safety violations or emergency closures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Waffle House in Punta Gorda: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
Waffle House in Punta Gorda: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019041519 | $200.00 | Jul 8, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in Punta Gorda: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 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
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— 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
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 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
Waffle House in Punta Gorda: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in Punta Gorda last inspected?
- Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House in Punta Gorda?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in Punta Gorda had?
- Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Punta Gorda find?
- Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House in Punta Gorda ever been shut down?
- No, Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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 Punta Gorda faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in Punta Gorda been fined?
- Waffle House #522 in Punta Gorda has been fined a total of $200.00 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.
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