Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, showing up four times.
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar scores about where you'd expect for a North Port restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink behind the bar. The operator provided soap for the ham sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of the warewashing machine.
16-21-4
78
Jul 7, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sinks in server locations with food debris residue inside. Observed operator cleaning sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on handles, on reach in coolers on line, in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on grill line. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash on ground around dumpster. Also trash can at front door is over flowing.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs hanging on oven door and on splash guard at handwashing sink in kitchen. Observed operator remove and put in dish area.
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave soiled with dried on food debris. Observed operator cleaning microwave **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
64
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some black mold like substance inside ice machine in kitchen
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on drying rack in dish area with grooves throughout them.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed all plastic tumblers throughout restaurant stacked, wet nesting. Observed manager down stacking cups to properly air dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the top of exit door at fire exit door in kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed in all server stations, forks stored handles down. Observed manager inverting all forks to handles up **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
74
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on prep line tomatoes 57, guacamole 47, and other items temping out of range. Manager on duty had cooks ice down everything, and called District Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in bar hand washing sink with sanitizer bucket and other items inside it. Observed manager removing said items from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed soda cups in server station where Togo is, wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at server station, and bar, silverware stored handles down. Observed manager collecting all silverware and re running them in dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
70
Feb 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed prep line food product on ice on the reach in cooler facing expo window. Asked manager what was wrong, was advised that the cooler wasn't holding temperature. She has called refrigerator repair company to come out to repair. Ambient reading at 45 F at 15 min. Sliced Tomatoes 45F, shredded cheese 46F, shredded lettuce 45F. Observed shredded cheese at 41F, sliced tomatoes 41F, shredded lettuce 42F 35 min after start of inspection.**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed drink glasses stacked on top of each other before drying. Manager fixed by unstacking glasses and letting them single air dry. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on freezer floor and around insulated pipes in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
78
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed soiled knife block in use.
24-06-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee food and drink on prep table. Manager removed food and drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed full pan lids wet nested on shelf across from dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease buildup on hood system.
36-68-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in walk-in freezer on ceiling and package of food.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed several old labels on plastic third pans. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black substance on dish area table caulking.
36-27-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave above breading station soiled and with food buildup.
22-08-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar.
How does Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar compare to other restaurants in North Port?
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Port average of 78.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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