Buffalo Wild Wings
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
86
Score
Buffalo Wild Wings has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Buffalo Wild Wings' latest score is in line with the Lakeland average of 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of pickles in walk in cooler, manager moved pickles to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed on cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in main bar area. Manager installed sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
86
Jul 2, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-02: Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Jun 24, 2025
Complaint Partial
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in rear kitchen near walk in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Ceiling tile missing. Observed in rear kitchen near pick up counter. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exhaust/ vents and ducts not designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed in main dining area, bar area and kitchen area, no food or drinks were in preparation during inspection in these areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Exhaust/ vents and ducts not designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed in kitchen area, no food or drinks were in preparation during inspection in these areas. Manager reduced portion of pick up counter to reduce risk of contamination. **Time Extended**
36-63-4
86
Jun 18, 2025
Complaint Partial
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in rear kitchen near walk in coolers. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Exhaust/ vents and ducts not designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed in main dining area, bar area and kitchen area, no food or drinks were in preparation during inspection in these areas. **Warning**
36-63-4
86
Apr 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles in walk in cooler, manager removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
86
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil in sink in bar area, manager removed utensil. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on cookline.
22-08-4
86
Sep 5, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jun 1, 2023
Complaint Partial
2 minor violations.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Apr 12, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on air conditioner vents.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in interior upper drop area.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on green board at bar area.
14-09-4
86
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on and around soda nozzles.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scraper in sink at main bar. Manager removed scraper. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed 80F at bar area.
27-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind oven on cookline, also drain in bar area.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up on hood filters.
23-03-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Buffalo Wild Wings last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings.
How does Buffalo Wild Wings compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?
Buffalo Wild Wings most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lakeland average of 86.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Buffalo Wild Wings is inspected around three times per year on average.
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