Wingstop

3685 W 18 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
American
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Wingstop 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Wingstop was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Wingstop's latest score of 95 sits above the Hialeah average of 76. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer soiled.
23-03-4
95
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ins walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: Observed inside walk in freezer ice buildup on the floor. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups stored on the floor, front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-23: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
90
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed by soda bib rack next to mop sink. About 8 small flying insects on wall and boxes. **Warning**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of any training provided. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ins walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at kitchen no sign on hand sink across from fryer and women bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups stored on the floor, front counter. **Warning**
25-05-4
67
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside reach in cooler next to fryer raw chicken wings (53F - Cold Holding), according to manager placed inside cooler 30 minutes ago. Manager took chicken wings to freezer first rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink used as a dump sink, Food debris inside. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve box of cup lids stored on the floor by front counter. Employee stored lids six in above the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
74
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sing, food residues on drain.
31A-11-4
90
Feb 13, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added no vacuum breaker at mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.ob next to 3 compartment sink no paper towels on hand sink. Manager provided paper. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside sink no proper stored. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of preparation tables. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop with handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on top of prep-table at kitchen.
21-10-4
61
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floor soiled with food debris under fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside vertical freezer next to fryers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign in hand wash sink by front counter, next to reach in freezer.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside vertical reach in cooler next to ice machine.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored wet inside mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed on top of prep table. Manager replaced soil towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
70
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed plastic tongs inside frozen chicken container at reach in freezer. Employee stored tongs properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Employee inverted single serve containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
70
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees Anthony Bustos, Loren Garcia and Jailen Munozwith no food handling certificate; employees has been working at the establishment for more than 1 yrs.
53B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles doors soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located underneath kitchen equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of standing freezer soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wingstop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wingstop on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wingstop?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wingstop.

How does Wingstop compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Wingstop most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Wingstop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wingstop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wingstop 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 Wingstop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wingstop is inspected around three times per year on average.