- Current
- 0
- Violations
- 97
- Corrections
- 0
- Inspections
- 18
- Failures
- 5
- Pests
- 5
Last Inspection
Feb 17, 2026, 12:00 AMNo ViolationsPass
Feb 17, 2026Pass
No ViolationsNo Violations During This Inspection
Nearby Pest Activity
2 pest reports within 100ft in the last 2 years
rat!0ft away · 311 · 1mo ago- rat!0ft away · 311 · 2mo ago
Violation Categories
🧽Cleaning & Sanitation24
🏗️Structural Issues18
🐀Pest Control12
🌡️Temperature Control8
🍽️Equipment & Utensils5
🚰Plumbing / Water3
Inspection Timeline
Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
Sep 3, 20241 violation · 2 correctionsPass
Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass
+18 more inspections available
Inspection data sourced from official Chicago health department records.
🐛 Report an issueFrequently Asked Questions
Has Waffles passed its last health inspection?
Yes, Waffles passed its most recent health inspection on February 17, 2026.
How many health violations does Waffles have?
Waffles has 97 total health violations across 18 inspections on record.
How often is Waffles inspected?
Waffles has been inspected 18 times. Health inspections in Chicago are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
Has Waffles ever failed a health inspection?
Yes, Waffles has failed 5 out of 18 health inspections (28% failure rate). However, the restaurant passed its most recent inspection.
Does Waffles have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
Waffles has 5 pest-related citations on record from health inspections. Specific findings include: 5 rodent findings (rats or mice), 2 fly or insect findings.
Is Waffles safe to eat at?
Waffles passed its most recent health inspection on February 17, 2026. The restaurant has 97 total violations across 18 inspections. Check the full inspection history for details.
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