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Locality
GAFL
Thomaston, Upson County

Waffle House

1063 HWY 19 NORTH THOMASTON, GA 30286

Food
Latest score
93
May 5, 2026
City
Thomaston
County
Upson
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

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

May 5, 2026

Routine

Score: 932 violations
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4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed foods (pork chops, chicken, burger patties) stored uncovered in the front RIC. All food stored shall be covered to prevent contamination.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulation of debris un the prep line, cook line, and dish line. Clean at a frequency to prevent accumulations.

Jul 24, 2025

Routine

Score: 942 violations
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4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed foods (pork chops, chicken, burger patties) stored uncovered in the front RIC. All food stored shall be covered to prevent contamination.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Handwash sign missing at the front hand wash sinks. All Handwash sinks shall have signs

Jan 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 945 violations
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10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed many food items in reach in coolers without proper labels. All food products removed from its original containers shall be labeled with its common name.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(8)(b) - expired foods (p)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed chocolate pie and pecan pie stored past the discard date. Practice first in first out rule.

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

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

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Handwash sign missing at the front hand wash sinks. All Handwash sinks shall have signs

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(a) - floor, walls, & ceilings, cleanability (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulation of debris un the prep line and cook line. Clean at a frequency to prevent accumulations.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(b) - floor, walls, & ceiling, cleanability; utility lines (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed missing ceiling tile in the grill area above plates. Ceiling tile needs to be replaced with title that smooth, durable, and easy cleanable.

Jul 10, 2024

Routine

Score: 971 violation
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10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed many food items such as pancake batter, pickles, and diced ham without labels. All foods and food ingredients removed from its original container shall be labeled with its common name.

May 17, 2023

Routine

Score: 866 violations
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2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

observed staff only rinsing hands in hand sink when needing to change gloves. Hands shall be properly washed with warm soapy water and dried when changing gloves. Corrected.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed staff drinks in pantry and on front line in to go cup with lid but no straw. Staff drinks must be in a to go cup with a lid and straw and be stored to prevent potential contamination of foods. Cups disposed.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

observed staff using hand sink for other than hand washing. Hands sinks may only be used for hand washing purposes and must be clear of equipment and readily available for staff use. Corrected.

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(n) - covering receptacles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon arrival observed dumpster sides open and top uncovered. Need to keep dumpster closed. Corrected

17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(5)(c) - outdoor enclosure (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed trash and debris on top of open lids and scattered in dumpster coral. Clean up trash and debris.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulation of dust and debris on walk in cooler fan grill. Observed spill and accumulation of debris under shelving in pantry. Clean items at frequency to prevent accumulations.