Waffle House — Restaurant in Florida

OUT-STAN-DING.

Whilst in Punta Gorda (PG as I presume some folks there refer to it), I had the pleasure of having culinary feasts at this Fine Establishment. The best prices for incredible food; each and every time. And not just the food was sublime....the serving staff was EXCELLENT. I fail to understand why places like this one, food wise and service wise, cannot be replicated everywhere. I just do not understand. I used to think that such service and nutrition delivery was Rocket Science, yet, after much study, I do not think that's the case. Perhaps it is more the case that some folks actually Care about their Job and their role within the greater sphere of the community. Delightful.

And, again, to be clear, I do not mean to disparage other eateries. I do not. For I have been Beyond Blessed to wine and dine at so many outstanding establishments from Coast to Coast. Including, yet not limited to:

McDonald's Burger King (hmmmm....despite what they choose to sell as 'beverages'....Pepsi. Please. Give me Pepcid instead). Wendy's Taco Bell (Double WOW) 7-11 (wowzers!) Flanigans (only available in Sunny Florida -- sorry to the other States) Domino's Pizza Hut Subway Starbucks

Please realize that, daily, over 13MM get at least one meal from fast-food establishments. Most of them are poor and hard working; probably around 70-80% immigrants that toil everyday cleaning the streets, taking out the garbage, landscaping the streets, filling potholes, and doing ALL the 'dirty jobs' as Mike Rowe might insinuate.

These eateries are hence the LIFEBLOOD of our workforce and hence the LIFEBLOOD of this Country. And for what? 11$/hr.?

So, again, I do not like to delve into Political Issues, yet I am pressed to make the point that one of these 'Service Workers' makes, what, under 25K$/year. Correct? Is that right? 25K$/year? Meanwhile, if I am not mistaken from recent statistics, some newly arrived immigrants receive 50K$-75K$/year from Governmental Agencies, with no requested reciprocity, for doing whatever they do; including committing crimes and eating cats and dogs (and my Apologies for that Statement to my Haitian Sisters and Brothers. We ALL KNOW the Hard Work that you do. Day In and Day Out. Hmmmm.....some folks cannot take a joke; especially when they are busy 'Protecting Their Image' and being as "Defensive' as can be). And, again, my Apologies to anyone that may be Offended by that Remark for I KNOW, with CERTAINTY, that those people that I may have inadvertently referred to, are good, hardworking Americans, wanting nothing but the best for their Communities and this Country).

Anyway, I have diverged from my intended positive remarks about Waffle House. So let me get back on track.

I have been a customer of SO MANY Waffle Houses all along the SouthEast Corner of Florida to the border-line of Louisiana and Texas. EACH TIME SUBLIME. And, honestly, I have held back from posting a review for them, on any one of my other 400 email accounts, as I have not wanted to create a Frenzy and cause mile-long lines at this Culinary Masterpieces. (okay.....okay....okay....okay........I just exagerated a little. Not too much. Just a little. Some say I am overly expressive. Others, well, they say: not so much).

Stay well and stay fed. And hydrated.

AND DO NOT...

This Waffle House needs to be reported to the Board of Health! We can all agree on service dogs, they can be beneficial to people suffering from anxiety and other issues. It becomes a problem when a service dog sticks his head in peoples plates and on other patrons tables uninvited. It also becomes a problem when a service dog sniffs a lady’s crouch area and when the staff starts petty the service dog and then they don’t wash their hands and go back to serving and cooking. Also when a patron says something about these offenses and the staff tell them not to come back. I hope corporate sees this and addresses this, along with the staff. If you have a true service dog, that dog is trained and very well. Since you can’t question a service animal credentials. I would say this man who has said service dog isn’t truly a service dog at all. This place is just dirty…the staff also knows very well this man that comes in because he is there...

During our recent visit to the Waffle House in Punta Gorda, we enjoyed a delightful breakfast. I ordered the biscuits and gravy, while my fiancé opted for two eggs, grits, and toast. Both dishes were served promptly and prepared to perfection, resulting in a very satisfying meal. The only suggestion is to put a little less butter on the grits.

The cleanliness of the restaurant was very good, however the bathrooms, while generally clean, could benefit from a more thorough cleaning in the future (floor tiles and tops of tiles on wall). Nonetheless, I felt comfortable using the facilities.

Our waitress, Christina, provided excellent service, contributing to the overall positive experience. For those seeking a reliable breakfast spot in Punta Gorda, this Waffle House is highly recommended.

Even with the $.50 per egg surcharge, the price was very reasonable. I do not mind paying the surcharge.

You can tell this restaurant is...