Wingstop

8462 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243

American

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Wingstop has been inspected seven times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Sarasota sits at 81, putting Wingstop on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up. Operator removed the filters for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

Nov 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees employed for more than 60 days and do not have food handler training.

53B-13-5

May 8, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all.

11-26-1

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee without a hair restraint.

13-03-4

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired operating license posted.

50-17-3

11-26-1

Nov 29, 2022

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet with green hose.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water at handwash sinks on cook line at 84F from 1:17 PM - 1:19 PM.

27-16-4

Basic - 3 ceiling tiles missing above walk-in cooler door.

36-36-4

Basic - Ice buildup in the single door stand up reach-in freezer to the left of the fryers and in walk-in freezer on floor. Operator stated a work order is pending to address the walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wingstop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wingstop on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wingstop?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wingstop.

How does Wingstop compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Wingstop most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Wingstop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wingstop have averaged around one violation 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 two times per year on average.

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