Waffle House in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
2525 54 Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714Part of: Waffle House Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg has recorded 175 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once in November 2023 for fly activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations in 2025, with warnings issued in July and September following inspections that found 12 violations each, followed by successful compliance callbacks. Top recurring violations involve chemical storage, consumer advisories, and ventilation.
Most recent closure: November 14, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Waffle House in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.14
violations / inspection
6.14 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.36
closures / facility
0.36 county average
Waffle House in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Waffle House in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018008391 | $200.00 | Jan 2, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Waffle House in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Waffle House in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Waffle House in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg was last shut down on November 14, 2023 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 St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House in St. Petersburg had?
- Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in St. Petersburg find?
- Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on July 24, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has Waffle House in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Waffle House #1620 in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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