Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee
1670 Nw Capital Cir, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee has accumulated 145 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent inspection patterns show enforcement clusters in October 2023 and July-August 2024, with multiple callbacks and extensions required to achieve compliance on high-priority violations. The most frequently cited issues are consumer advisory (20), employee health reporting (18), and outer openings protection (10).
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: November 20, 2025
Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee: Comparison to Leon County Averages
Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024051213 | $400.00 | Jul 23, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee last inspected?
- Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee had?
- Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee find?
- Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee was most recently inspected on November 20, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee ever been shut down?
- No, Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee been fined?
- Waffle House #977 in Tallahassee has been fined a total of $400.00 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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