I think they are god for a while. From Perplexity.ai
Waffle House is privately held and is not listed on any stock exchange. The company is owned and controlled by WH Capital, L.L.C., with majority ownership by Joe Rogers Jr., son of the co-founder, and the Rogers family. Waffle House maintains strict ownership control, does not sell public shares, and rarely franchises locations, preferring company-owned stores for brand consistency and quality control.
The present CEO of Waffle House in 2025 is Joe Rogers III. Joe Rogers III is likely to be in his 40s or 50s as of 2025. However, no precise age or birthdate for Joe Rogers III is publicly confirmed in the available information.
