Buffalo Wild Wings

2510 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Buffalo Wild Wings has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly two violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “hand drying provision”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Phoenix restaurant scores 97. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 25, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hose with spray nozzle attached downstream of an atmospheric vacuum breaker at the time of inspection. Shut-offs, including chemical dispensers and sprayer nozzles, are not approved for continuous installation downstream from atmospheric vacuum breakers. PIC removed shut-off downstream from atmospheric vacuum breaker at time of inspection

5-202.11(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink at the bar or server drink station. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection

6-301.12

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed interior of ice machine with buildup of organic matter. Notified manager, and instructed to have ice machine cleaned. Ensure ice machine is cleaned at a frequency that prevents accumulation

4-602.11(E)

Jun 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed concentration of chlorine sanitizer at the in use dishwasher in the bar area test at 0ppm on the food contact surface with chlorine test strips after cycle. Chlorine sanitizer concentrations on the food contact surface shall be between 50ppm-100ppm. PIC was instructed to relocate all food-contact surfaces previously washed in dishwasher to warewashing area to be sanitized at the time of inspection. After discussion with the person in charge, it has been determined that the root cause of the violation was training staff verification breakdown, which resulted in the violation

4-501.114(A-E)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed leaking pipe under the handwash sink by the boneless wing freezer drawer. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Consecutive repeat violation: 2nd

5-205.15(B)

Apr 10, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink in bar area. Notified manager, and paper towels were provided at time of inspection. Ensure all hand sinks are stocked with soap and paper towels at all times

6-301.12

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed pipe below hand sink at bar area disconnected, and water turned off to sink at start of inspection. Manager was able to reconnect pipe and restore hot and cold water during inspection - reviewed proper plumbing and connections - ensure hand sink is kept in good condition at all times, with proper connections and hot/cold water kept on at all times. Manager also called for service

5-205.15(B)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed interior of ice machine with buildup of organic debris. Notified manager, and instructed to have ice machine cleaned. Ensure ice machine is cleaned at a frequency that prevents accumulation

4-602.11(E)

Sep 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Buffalo Wild Wings last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings?

Across the inspection record, “hand drying provision” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings.

How does Buffalo Wild Wings compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Buffalo Wild Wings most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Buffalo Wild Wings' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the 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.

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