Buffalo Wild Wings

4576 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33417

American

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Buffalo Wild Wings has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average West Palm Beach facility scores 79, putting Buffalo Wild Wings on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine - Food

4 critical violations.

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High Priority - Sanitizer solution other than chlorine, quat or iodine not at the proper minimum strength listed in the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At bar triple sink; Sink and Surface (Lactic Acid/ Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid ((DDBSA)) 0ppm/0ppm. Operator remade to 704ppm/700ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

22-51-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink faucet; splitter added with hose attached, no vacuum breaker on splitter side with hose. Operator installed vacuum breaker on hose side of splitter. **Corrected On-Site**

29-42-4

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen from dining room then handled clean equipment, clean utensils and unwrapped single service take out containers without washing hands. Employee walked behind bar from dining room then handled clean equipment, clean glassware and prepared beverages for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employees who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-16-4

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk-in cooler; raw comminuted beef stored over raw pork bacon. Advised Operator of proper storage/separation.

08A-20-5

Oct 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator moved garbage can with hands then grabbed bottle with crema without washing hands first. Advised operator to wash hands

12A-13-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed on cook line inside hand washing sink a used glove and 1 pieces of chicken wing . Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Tablet cleaner bottle at the bar with no label Advised operator to label

41-17-4

Jun 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Dec 16, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Plastic pans Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

14-12-4

Basic - Stored vegetables burgers and ice cubes for drinks not covered inside walk-in freezer. Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...grilled onion 49° in flip top cooler at kitchen being held less than four hours . Employee moved to another acceptable cooler . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels...manager provided **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...shredded cheese 45°, blue cheese 45° in cold hold line at kitchen being held less than four hours. Employee discarded food. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by the walk in cooler . Employee provided **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.... stored dirty cup in handwashing sink at bar .Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing....Some food evidence in handwashing sink at kitchen. Employee cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses...stored on bar counter at bar. Employee moved **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Sep 27, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buffalo Wild Wings last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings.

How does Buffalo Wild Wings compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

Buffalo Wild Wings most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.

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 medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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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