What is Heavenly Chicken & Waffles's health inspection score?

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles has a SafeDine safety score of 76 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Heavenly Chicken & Waffles last inspected?

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles was last inspected on February 11, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Heavenly Chicken & Waffles have?

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles has 9 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Heavenly Chicken & Waffles safe to eat at?

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles has a good safety record with a score of 76/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Heavenly Chicken & Waffles serve?

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles serves Chicken cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Heavenly Chicken & Waffles

Name: Heavenly Chicken & Waffles
Address: 16025 W McNichols, Detroit, 48221
Rating: 76

16025 W McNichols, Detroit

Last Inspected: 2/11/2026

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Chicken•College Park

Ranked #32 of 74 in College ParkBetter than 97% of chicken restaurants

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6 inspections

Last: Feb 11, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

1.5

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-6 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

16025 W McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2023

1 inspections

Jun

Oct 2023

1 inspections

May 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

May

Dec 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Jul 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Jul

Feb 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

5 Routine Inspection1 Preopening/New

Feb 26

Routine Inspection InspectionLatest

1 High1 Med2 Basic

4 total1 risk factor

76/100inspection score

−19 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

3-302.11(A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Except as specified in (1)(c) below, separating raw animal FOODS during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as fruits and vegetables,(P) and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD; (P) (c) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal FOOD may be stored or displaRisk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

4-302.14A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. (Pf) −5

Basic (2)

−4 pts

6-501.12(A) PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. (B) Except spill cleanup, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such as after closing. −2
6-501.14(A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. (B) If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health HAZARD or nuisance or unLAWful discharge. −2

Base deductions−19 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jul 25

Routine Inspection Inspection

1 High1 Basic

2 total1 risk factor

83/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

3-302.11(A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Except as specified in (1)(c) below, separating raw animal FOODS during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as fruits and vegetables,(P) and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD; (P) (c) Frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal FOOD may be stored or displaRisk Factor−10

Basic (1)

−2 pts

3-302.12Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD.−2

Base deductions−12 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Dec 24

Routine Inspection Inspection

1 High1 Basic

2 total1 risk factor

83/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

4-101.11Materials that are used in the construction of UTENSILS and FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be : (A) Safe;(P) (B) Durable, CORROSION-RESISTANT, and nonabsorbent; (C) Sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated WAREWASHING; (D) Finished to have a SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE surface; and (E) Resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion, and decomposition. Risk Factor−10

Basic (1)

−2 pts

4-903.11Cleaned EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS, laundered LINENS, and SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be stored in an approved manner and location. −2

Base deductions−12 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

May 24

Routine Inspection Inspection

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

4-302.12(A) FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of FOOD temperatures as specified under Chapter 3. (Pf) (B) A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin FOODS such as MEAT patties and FISH filets. (Pf) −5

Base deductions−5 pts

Oct 23

Routine Inspection InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 23

Preopening/New InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

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Data source: Detroit Health Dept · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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