Buffalo Wild Wings 539
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, Buffalo Wild Wings 539 has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 23, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately and about 17 violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
The city-wide average sits at 68, which Buffalo Wild Wings 539's 47 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - One Live, small flying insects found on cook line by wing bins.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at triple sink and dishwasher **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in server area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -inside bar dish machine is leaking. Dish machine is set to be replaced. Establishment is using triple sink at bar or dish machine in kitchen.
16-55-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at dish machine.
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -containers on dish rack **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water under ice machine **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by hand sink on cook line.
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelves under wing bins on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind wings bins on cook line, under hand sink on cook line and by dish machine
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at mop sink. Dish machine at inside bar is leaking.
29-11-4
47
Oct 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -1 expired 11/24 by soda boxes - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-01: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes on storage rack in dish area - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-01: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on wall by dish machine - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
82
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw beef in front of raw chicken in reach in drawers on cook line. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -bar 0 ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -cheesecake on cook line. Operator determined date and marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine -bottom of upright reach in freezer in kitchen -bottom of reach in cooler under tea urns on front line
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine for Ecolab, Eco-San
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at indoor bar. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -1 expired 11/24 by soda boxes
29-28-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes on storage rack in dish area
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor bar
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on sauce, celery and carrot reach in cooler on front line, beer reach in cooler at outdoor bar -underside of soda nozzles at outside bar
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface-under tea urns on front line.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. -top of reach in cooler at outdoor bar
25-17-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler under tea urns on front line in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on wall by dish machine
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface at outdoor bar.
29-03-4
30
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior ice bins at bar -interior spray hose at dish machine -cutting board on cook line
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine
16-37-1
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink
29-18-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -servers scooping ice making drinks wearing a bracelet
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee on cook line **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior fryer cabinets. -underside soda nozzles at outside bar. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar
22-16-4
58
Oct 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at spigot across from handwashing sink on patio. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -2 handwashing sinks blocked at bar, one with broken glasses and 1 with cooler shelf - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: 1 handwashing sink blocked **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -1 new employee **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine in kitchen -dish racks in dish room -soda gun at patio bar - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -in multiple reach in drawers on cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -over beer cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -pans stored on dish rack in dishroom - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door to patio bar **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -entry to walk in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -patio bar - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underside of tea machine -underside of soda machine at all server area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar reach in coolers, interior bar and patio bar -reach in freezer on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-18: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
32
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -10 flying insects near mop sink **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at spigot across from handwashing sink on patio.
29-34-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine in kitchen -dish racks in dish room -soda gun at patio bar
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -2 handwashing sinks blocked at bar, one with broken glasses and 1 with cooler shelf
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink by fryers on cook line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -1 new employee **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -entry to walk in freezer
36-11-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -touching top of soda machine at server station
10-12-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided copy to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -patio bar
31B-04-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -kitchen
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -in multiple reach in drawers on cook line.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -over beer cooler
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -1 in reach in cooler at patio bar.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -2 cooks on cook line **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -pans stored on dish rack in dishroom
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door to patio bar **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underside of tea machine -underside of soda machine at all server area.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar reach in coolers, interior bar and patio bar -reach in freezer on cook line
22-16-4
Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. -dishwasher area and handwashing sink near grill side of cook line.
33-06-4
Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. **Warning**
33-14-4
17
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored in hand sink at front bar. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Interior of fryers on cooks line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - stainless steel scrubbier stored in hand sink on cooks line. - spray bottle of cleaner stored in hand sink at front bar. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -1 new hire
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - bottle of water stored on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. - bag n box soda
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave on cooks line - oven on cooks line.
22-08-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - tomatoes stored over ready to eat condiments in walk-in cooler.
08B-17-4
41
Jan 4, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee move trash can and then continue working with food.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under three compartment sink at bar.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Case of chicken breast in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
64
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders 46-49 at the breading station Less than four hours and placed in walk in freezer for temperature recovery, then was 41-43 twenty minutes later **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Two Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Dish room
35A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Several expired in May 2023
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Handle broke on microwave next to breading station
14-11-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Food boats and bucket on top of cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Sep 16, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dish machine in kitchen. Bar dish machine is operating properly. Operator placed a work order.. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-57-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soda machine at wait station and at outside bar - reach in freezer at end of cooks line - oven interior on cooks line - soda gun holster soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at inside bar. Manager replaced batteries. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink at end of cooks line closest to managers office.
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing over water filters and mop sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored on dirty drawer or rack. Bar coffee mugs stored on soiled shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
24-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler at outside bar, door falls off when attempt to open
14-11-5
Basic - Light not functioning. Light out over fryers.
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice bin at inside bar
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under two hand sinks at outside bar.
29-11-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Buffalo Wild Wings 539 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings 539 on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings 539?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings 539.
How does Buffalo Wild Wings 539 compare to other restaurants in Clermont?
Buffalo Wild Wings 539 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings 539's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings 539 have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 17 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings 539 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Buffalo Wild Wings 539 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Buffalo Wild Wings 539 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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