Wingstop
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
64
Score
Wingstop has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Wingstop on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At make line flip top reach-in cooler, ranch dressing (47F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items in cooler 3.5 hours. Dressings moved to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool. Ice build up visible on cooling unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At make line, cloth towel in handwash sink. At triple sinks, sanitizer bucket stored in handwash sink. Both items removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. At make line flip top reach-in cooler, ranch dressing (47F - Cold Holding); blue cheese dressing (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items in cooler 3.5 hours. Dressings moved to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool. Ice build up visible on cooling unit.
14-74-7
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink, drain cover not on drain. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At triple sinks, clean metal and plastic containers stacked before air drying. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In back kitchen storage area, exterior of starch wash and magnesol containers have soiled exteriors including handles. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At make line, pitcher identified as fry seasoning not labeled.
02D-01-5
61
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not functioning properly. Handwash sink at cook line has out of Ofer sign over sink. Operator stated it is not draining and service call,has been placed. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager present has expired Certified Food Manager certification. Certified Food Manager arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 SafeStaff certificates onsite, all expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink, drain cover missing. **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At triple sinks, plastic and metal containers stacked before air drying. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Manager on duty not able to locate last inspection.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At sauce line, reach-in cooler gaskets soiled. In dry storage area, lid and handles on magnesol container , soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Jul 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in establishment.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Blanched French fries stored by fryers have no time mark. Fries placed out approximately 20 minutes prior. Fries time marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute for drink dispenser in dining area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink near front counter as evidenced by jalapeños/pickles in sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 6/1/2023. Manager located current license and printed/posted. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor by fryers is coming apart. **Repeat Violation**
36-11-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers in kitchen. Floor in back triple sink/dry storage area. Floor in walk in cooler. Wall behind fryers. Employee began cleaning floor during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection could not be provided.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Speed rack below oven on cook line. Interior of reach in freezer on cook line. Mop sink area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. White cloth stored on counter near fryers. Cloth moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
43
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Jul 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in back kitchen.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by triple sink blocked by mop bucket and with utensils inside sink. Items moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2021. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In back kitchen by triple sink. Water removed. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of old grease bins near triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on shelf in main kitchen. Containers inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler on main make line by front counter.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop in bucket with mop water near triple sink. Mop removed from water. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers in kitchen. Floor in dry food storage area. Floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wingstop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wingstop on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains nine 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 Jacksonville?
Wingstop most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Wingstop's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wingstop have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Wingstop 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 Wingstop inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wingstop is inspected around two times per year on average.
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