WAFFLE HOUSE #435

Health grade
D · 63/100
Osceola County rank
Safer than 2%
Diner rating
4.2 ★ · 2,453 reviews
Violations
4 high-priority and 5 basic
Last inspected
Jan 2026

By score it ranks safer than 2% of Osceola County restaurants we grade. The report logged 4 high-priority and 5 basic violations. And the recent trend is down. Higher-graded kitchens nearby are mapped below.

D grade · 63/100 · safer than 2% of Osceola County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 396-8422

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to WAFFLE HOUSE #435, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT

    4.3★ 0.2 mi away

  • COLD STONE CREAMERY

    4.3★ 0.2 mi away

  • GOLDEN CORRAL

    4.1★ 0.2 mi away

Restaurant details

Health grade
D (63/100)
Violations
9 total — 4 high-priority, 5 basic
Address
5991 W IRLO BRONSON HWY, Kissimmee, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Breakfast restaurant, American restaurant, Diner, Family restaurant, Takeout Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.2 stars (2453 reviews)
Seats
41
Phone
(407) 396-8422
Website
Official website
Photo of WAFFLE HOUSE #435
Photo: Waffle House

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.2 Community-sourced rating 2,453 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Read the reviews alone and you would never guess the grade. Front-of-house tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars. Wait times is the next most common subject, in 33% of reviews (averaging 5.0).

No one in this corpus comments on value for money at all. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (10 of 15). Of the 15 rated reviews, 13 sit at four stars or better and 2 at two or below.

The inspection record is the harder read. DBPR graded this kitchen a D (63/100) on 4 high-priority and 5 basic violations — a verdict the review average does not reflect. The visit behind that grade was January 13, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. On health score it sits safer than 2% of the Osceola County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited food from approved source and cross-contamination.

What to do with that is a judgement call — the reviews describe the experience, the grade describes the conditions behind it. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 15 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 28, 2026

    If you get a chance to visit the breakfast is great but Elle our server was even better. He made the experience truly a pleasure. Thanks Elle

  • June 28, 2026

    Good food. It's a tiny waffle house and is kinda small and crowded compared to most others I've been to. It's a bit louder and more chaotic. But still fine, overall.

  • June 25, 2026

    This appears to be a well-managed location with friendly staff. The food quality was on par with expectations.

  • June 24, 2026

    I finally tried Waffle House after hearing so much hype about it, and honestly, I just don’t get it. I was excited to see what all the buzz was about, but the food fell pretty flat for me. The grits were not good at all, the waffle was soggy, and the hash browns and eggs were just average. based on this experience, I wouldn’t go back. I know Waffle House has a huge following, but it just wasn’t for me. There are so many breakfast spots out there that I’d choose before giving this another try.

  • June 22, 2026

    Menú variado.

  • June 19, 2026

    Waffle House is normally great, but the efficiency here was off the chart. They were well-staffed with a great team of kind associates. You'd be hard pressed to find a better WaHo. Thanks to everyone there who made our day better.

  • June 19, 2026

    Super sweet ladies working here! And the goodness never fails! 🙌 Delicious food!

  • June 18, 2026

    Stopped here during a road trip, first experience will be going back. The staff was so quick and sweet, and even met me at the door when I needed to throw away trash.

  • June 13, 2026

    Great experience at Waffle House! The food was hot, fresh, and cooked just right. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. Service was quick, the restaurant was clean, and everything tasted delicious. You can never go wrong with a good breakfast here. We’ll definitely be back! 😊🍳🧇☕️

  • June 6, 2026

    It was to loud ,we ask if it could be turn down ,it was then turn it back up loud.

  • June 2, 2026

    Fast and great people

  • June 2, 2026

    Ell is the man! It was our first visit to Waffle House and we can’t wait to come back. The service was amazing and we were blown away by how efficient everyone is! Marvin made us laugh with his dancing! And Ell is a credit to the place, he made sure we were well looked after and took the time to talk to us, it made our visit that much better! The food was so good as was the atmosphere! We would recommend highly!!

  • June 1, 2026

    First time ever order at waffle and had some of the kindest, felt like home service ever. Lady was incredibly friendly and tended to my needs whenever I needed.

  • May 31, 2026

    Been itching to eat at a Waffle House for 20 years since I moved to Canada. Did not disappoint. Southern hospitality at it's best. We had such a great experience that we came back a second time during our vacation. In a place where we had a multitude of choices for dining, we chose to come back to the same Waffle House twice. Tiffany and Leila were two of the most beautiful human beings I have ever encountered anywhere. Let alone in the service industry. They took such great care of us. Thank you for the experience.

  • May 25, 2026

    Muy buen desayuno

Overall Score

29 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 10/40
    Grade D
  • Dietary transparency 0/20
    None listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.2★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. January 13, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    4 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices (×2)
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
  2. July 15, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    3 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: January 13, 2026