Waffle House in Tampa

Last inspected:

6502 Us Hwy 301, Tampa, FL 33610

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

Overview

Waffle House #567 in Tampa has averaged 6.0 violations per inspection across 29 inspections since 2016, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on August 9, 2021 for fly activity. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Recurring violations include improper chemical storage (cited in at least 8 inspections), time-temperature control for potentially hazardous foods (cited in at least 6 inspections), allergen awareness (cited in at least 3 inspections), and handwashing compliance (cited in at least 4 inspections). The most recent inspection on October 2, 2025 documented 12 violations including high-priority findings for time control, allergen awareness, and toxic substance control, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: August 9, 2021 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
178Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Waffle House in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Waffle House in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Waffle House #567 in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 08:17:00

Waffle House in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Waffle House #567 in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2021037750 $400.00 Aug 9, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Waffle House in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 9 inspections46 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Waffle House in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Waffle House in Tampa last inspected?
Waffle House #567 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Waffle House in Tampa last shut down?
Waffle House #567 in Tampa was last shut down on August 9, 2021 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 Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Waffle House #567 in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Waffle House in Tampa had?
Waffle House #567 in Tampa has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Waffle House in Tampa find?
Waffle House #567 in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Waffle House in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Waffle House #567 in Tampa 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 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.
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.
Has Waffle House in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Waffle House #567 in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Waffle House in Tampa been fined?
Waffle House #567 in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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