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Waffle House #1090

1006 Airport Blvd

Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Inspection

Jun 30, 2026

Score 91.5

Official score: 91.5 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch (Pf) Food storage containersCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch (Pf) Food storage containers; stored as clean; were soiled with food debris. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Equipment sent to dish machine for further cleaning.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Hot and Cold Holding (P) Multiple containers of TCS food within front flip-top cooler and walk-in cooler were maintained above 41F. Door in walk-in cooler was kept open for 30+ minutes during earlier delivery and caused food to exceed 41F during that time. Flip-top unit had ice forming over all fans within unit; preventing proper airflow. Temperature controlled for safety foods shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI: Walk-in cooler door was kept closed and allowed to cool food back down to 41F (ambient temperature 39F). TCS food (tomatoes; ham x2; cheese; and lettuce) from upper cooler component of flip-top were voluntarily discarded by PIC. Food from lower cooler of unit was moved to nearby coolers to cool and for use during service. Repair flip-top and ensure that walk-in cooler door is kept closed when not in-use. Do not prop door open.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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notedCode —Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P) Container of glass cleaner was stored on wire rack above to-go container lids and food. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they can not contaminate exposed food or equipment. CDI: Chemical container moved.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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notedCode 3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Steam table was added and stored on wire rack below equipmentContamination

Official wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display

Inspector’s notes

3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Steam table was added and stored on wire rack below equipment; single-service items; and food in rear kitchen. Container of bulk food was stored on shelving below dish machine drain board. Food shall be protected from contamination by storing food in a clean; dry location where it is not exposed to splash; dust; dirt; or other contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor. Food moved from below drainboard. Relocate steam table to location where food is protected from contamination.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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minorCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A); (B); and (D) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C) Multiple metal containers were stacked while wet. Cleaned equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows air-drying and covered or inverted. Allow containers to air-dry prior to stacking. Plates were stored with their food sides facing upwards without protection. Cleaned equipment and utensils; single-service and single-use items shall be stored where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination. Store plates in a manner where they are protected from contamination.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode —Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Gaskets on multiple prep coolers were torn. Evaporator in walk-in freezer had accumulations of ice forming. Ice was forming around fans within front flip-top prep unit. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Repair items listed.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Prep coolers gaskets and paneling were soiled with food debris. Interiors of reach-in coolers were soiled with food debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean items listed.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (C) Flooring under coolers; tables; and storage racks had accumulations of food and other debris. Physical facilities shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to keep them clean. Clean areas listed.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jun 30, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 27, 2025

Score 97

Official score: 97 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch (Pf) Food storage containersCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(A) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch (Pf) Food storage containers; stored as clean; were soiled with food debris. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. CDI: Equipment was sent to dish machine for further cleaning.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Metal food storage containers were heavily dented and no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of food repair and condition. Repair or replace metal containers. RepeatCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Metal food storage containers were heavily dented and no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of food repair and condition. Repair or replace metal containers. Repeat; Half-points deducted due to noted improvements.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (C) Prep coolers gaskets and paneling were soiled with food debris. Make-line exhaust vent panels were soiled with grease. Blowers in reach-in coolers were soiled with dust accumulations. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean items listed.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Mar 19, 2024

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode 3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B)Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; A container of diced tomatoes and a couple TCS foods in the walk-in cooler were holding above 41F; see table above. TCS (time/temp control for safety) food in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less; except when time is used as the public health control. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temperature tomatoes; call was placed to technician to adjust temperature of walk-in cooler.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
criticalCode 7-202.12Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-202.12; Priority; When tested; the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution in the wiping cloth containers was measured to be 1000ppm which is much higher than the allowable range on the manufacturer's label and the NC Food Code. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be used according to: Law and this Code; and manufacturer's use directions including in labeling. CDI - Wiping cloth sanitizer was discarded; and old wiping cloths placed in dirty hamper; new sanitizer was made at adequate concentrations. ; 7-201.11; Priority; Observed a spray bottle of cleaner stored above a package of bread. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food; equipment; utensils; etc. by: separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area not above food; equipment; utensils; linens; single-service/single-use articles. CDI - PIC moved spray bottle of chemicals to a different location.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Observed several shelves in the coolers with paint chipping and rust buildup. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of food repair and condition. Repair or replace rusty shelves in the coolers.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; A couple coolers have food debris buildup on the interiors and some residue buildup on their exteriors. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment more frequently.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Mar 19, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 21, 2023

Score 91.5

Official score: 91.5 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

majorCode 5-205.11Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

5-205.11; Priority Foundation; Observed an employee filling a container at a handwashing sink. A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. CDI - Informed PIC who stopped employee behavior.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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criticalCode 3-304.15 (A)Other

Official wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s notes

3-304.15 (A); Priority; Observed an employee cracking unpasteurized; raw shell eggs then handling ready-to-eat toast and cooked bacon without changing gloves. If used; single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food; used for no other purpose; and discarded when damaged or soiled; or when interruptions occur in the operation. CDI - Informed PIC who corrected employee behavior. REHS recommends more training on proper glove use and food handling.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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criticalCode 3-501.14Food temperature

Official wording

Proper cooling time & temperatures

Inspector’s notes

3-501.14; Priority; Cooling sausage gravy was measured to be over 70F while cooling for more than two hours. Cooked TCS food shall be cooled: Within two hours from 135F to 70F. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded sausage gravy.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode 3-501.19Other

Official wording

Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records

Inspector’s notes

3-501.19; Priority Foundation; Raw shell eggs under time control in the basket above the griddle did not have time labeling. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a maximum of 4 hours: The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point the food is removed from temperature control. CDI - Correct time label was added to the time placard.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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criticalCode 7-201.11Chemicals

Official wording

Toxic substances properly identified stored & used

Inspector’s notes

7-201.11; Priority; Observed some bottles of chemicals stored above a hot-holding steamer with food. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food; equipment; utensils; etc. by: separating the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning; and locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an area not above food; equipment; utensils; linens; single-service/single-use articles. CDI - PIC moved bottles of chemicals to a different location.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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majorCode 4-203.12Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

4-203.12; Priority Foundation; Observed the digital air thermometer on the walk-in cooler giving inaccurate readings (ranging from reading 21-70F); as well as the air dial thermometer reading around 20F which also appears to be inaccurate due to the lack of ice or ice crystal buildup. Ambient air and water temperature measuring devices that are dually scaled in only Fahrenheit shall be accurate to +/-3F in the intended range of use. Repair walk-in cooler air thermometer or replace inaccurate air dial thermometer. Follow-up by 12/01/2023.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode 4-501.11Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11; Core; Observed several shelves with rust; multiple ripped gaskets on coolers; and the cooling unit for the walk-in cooler is making a concerning rattling noise. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of food repair and condition. Repair or replace rusty shelves and gaskets; as well as repair rattling walk-in cooler unit before the next inspection.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode 4-601.11(B) and (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Cleaning is needed throughout the establishment on various pieces of equipment. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean equipment more frequently.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 21, 2023 · Original Source

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