Athens, Clarke County

Waffle House #1905

4881 ATLANTA HWY ATHENS, GA 30606

Food
Latest score
96
Jan 21, 2026
City
Athens
County
Clarke
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jan 21, 2026

Routine

Score: 961 violation

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Three chlorine sanitizer buckets had sanitizer concentration below 50 ppm. Corrective action (CA): Sanitizer should be kept at manufacturer recommended levels of 50-100 ppm. Chlorine buckets remade to proper concentration.

Jul 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 953 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(e) - conditions of use (p, pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Chlorine sanitizer concentration too strong in buckets. CA: Chlorine concentration should be from 50-100 ppm as recommended by manufacture. Dilute sanitizer with water.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Walk-in cooler out of service (emptied of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods). Currently being serviced. Inspector will return to confirm later today.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Food debris at bottom of 2-Door Reach-in Cooler and 3-Door Reach-in cooler.

Jan 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 952 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed buildup of mold in bulk ice machine. Corrective action (CA): Have ice machine cleaned more frequently to prevent buildup.

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(d) - handwashing signage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Handwashing sign not posted in women's restroom.

Jul 5, 2024

Routine

Score: 942 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Back door doesn't seal tightly shut when closed-leaves gap at bottom of door.-Potential pest entry.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Top right door on 4-door reach-in cooler has a loose gasket.

Jan 18, 2024

Routine

Score: 952 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Back door not properly sealing shut - gap on right side of door allowing for potential pest entry.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice buildup on make table top.

Jul 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 933 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(l) - mechanical warewashing, hot water sanitization temperatures(p)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Temperature too low in dishwasher not 160F or more at plate level. Corrective Action (CA): Use 3-compartment sink for washing and sanitizing until dishwasher is fixed

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Build up of mold in bulk ice machine. CA: Have machine cleaned more frequently and thoroughly to prevent buildup

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Back door in kitchen has light gap at bottom right corner. Replace seal on door . Potential pest entry.