Buffalo Wild Wings 542
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
30
Score
Buffalo Wild Wings 542 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 6, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
Across the inspection history, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Buffalo Wild Wings 542's 30 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Green scrubber in hand sink in dish room
31A-09-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing clear toxic substance not labeled at mop sink
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Side store room of bar closest to the kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep table **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Red coated tong on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
14-10-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Beverage station on side of bar **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Garbage enclosure not constructed of durable/cleanable materials. Gate missing board
33-04-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Handle of oven **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided sign
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Woman's restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Under oven Educated to put on top of sheet tray or parchment paper. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Towel in back pocket of employee
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop sink **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Side store room of bar closest to kitchen
36-34-5
30
Jul 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Philly meat over cooked bacon on speed rack in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. soda machine by to go counter Installed 12/22 **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Across from oven on cooks line
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
67
Dec 2, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
61
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish room **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Cooks line
14-04-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich top cooler under microwave on cooks lone
14-09-4
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. At the bar Ticket has been placed and was not on during inspection **Corrective Action Taken**
16-55-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop sink **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
67
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
64
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Buffalo Wild Wings 542 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings 542 on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings 542?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings 542.
How does Buffalo Wild Wings 542 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Buffalo Wild Wings 542 most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings 542's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings 542 have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings 542 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 542 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Buffalo Wild Wings 542 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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