Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo

Last inspected:

17230 Ne Us Hwy 301, Waldo, FL 32694

Part of: Best Western Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites, a 24-seat hotel food service establishment in Waldo, has averaged 3.9 violations per inspection across 15 routine inspections since April 2022, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. Employee health policy violations appeared in 3 inspections (September 2022, October 2024, and implied in April 2022), and hand washing violations were cited in 2 inspections (September 2022 and October 2024). Other recurring findings included food contact surface issues (October 2025), improper cooking temperatures (March 2024), and chemical storage violations (March 2024). The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
59Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 3.9 violations / inspection 3.9 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo last inspected?
Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo?
The most frequently cited violations at Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo had?
Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo find?
Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo ever been shut down?
No, Best Western Waldo Inn & Suites in Waldo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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