BUFFALO WILD WINGS 539
2465 S HWY 27, Clermont FL 34711 · 609 407 2190
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
One Live, small flying insects found on cook line by wing bins.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
One Live, small flying insects found on cook line by wing bins.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at triple sink and dishwasher
No soap provided at handwash sink in server area.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -inside bar dish machine is leaking. Dish machine is set to be replaced. Establishment is using triple sink at bar or dish machine in kitchen.
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Drain cover(s) missing at dish machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -containers on dish rack
Floor area(s) covered with standing water under ice machine
Hole in or other damage to wall by hand sink on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelves under wing bins on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind wings bins on cook line, under hand sink on cook line and by dish machine
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at mop sink. Dish machine at inside bar is leaking.
Oct 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -1 expired 11/24 by soda boxes
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes on storage rack in dish area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on wall by dish machine
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -bar 0 ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw beef in front of raw chicken in reach in drawers on cook line. Operator corrected.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -cheesecake on cook line. Operator determined date and marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine -bottom of upright reach in freezer in kitchen -bottom of reach in cooler under tea urns on front line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine for Ecolab, Eco-San
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at indoor bar. Operator replaced.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -1 expired 11/24 by soda boxes
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes on storage rack in dish area
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -outdoor bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on sauce, celery and carrot reach in cooler on front line, beer reach in cooler at outdoor bar -underside of soda nozzles at outside bar
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface-under tea urns on front line.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. -top of reach in cooler at outdoor bar
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler under tea urns on front line in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking on wall by dish machine
Water draining onto floor surface at outdoor bar.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior ice bins at bar -interior spray hose at dish machine -cutting board on cook line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine
Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -servers scooping ice making drinks wearing a bracelet
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee on cook line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior fryer cabinets. -underside soda nozzles at outside bar. Operator cleaned
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar
Oct 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at spigot across from handwashing sink on patio.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine in kitchen -dish racks in dish room -soda gun at patio bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -2 handwashing sinks blocked at bar, one with broken glasses and 1 with cooler shelf
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. -1 new employee
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -kitchen
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -in multiple reach in drawers on cook line.
Ceiling tile missing. -over beer cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout kitchen
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -pans stored on dish rack in dishroom
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door to patio bar
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -entry to walk in freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -patio bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underside of tea machine -underside of soda machine at all server area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar reach in coolers, interior bar and patio bar -reach in freezer on cook line
Oct 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate19 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -10 flying insects near mop sink
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at spigot across from handwashing sink on patio.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of spray hose at dish machine in kitchen -dish racks in dish room -soda gun at patio bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -2 handwashing sinks blocked at bar, one with broken glasses and 1 with cooler shelf
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink by fryers on cook line
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. -1 new employee
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -kitchen
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -in multiple reach in drawers on cook line.
Ceiling tile missing. -over beer cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. -1 in reach in cooler at patio bar.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -2 cooks on cook line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -pans stored on dish rack in dishroom
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door to patio bar
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -entry to walk in freezer
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -touching top of soda machine at server station
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided copy to operator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -patio bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underside of tea machine -underside of soda machine at all server area.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -bar reach in coolers, interior bar and patio bar -reach in freezer on cook line
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. -dishwasher area and handwashing sink near grill side of cook line.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner stored in hand sink at front bar.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Interior of fryers on cooks line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - stainless steel scrubbier stored in hand sink on cooks line. - spray bottle of cleaner stored in hand sink at front bar.
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. -1 new hire
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - bottle of water stored on cooks line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Food stored on floor. - bag n box soda
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave on cooks line - oven on cooks line.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - tomatoes stored over ready to eat condiments in walk-in cooler.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee move trash can and then continue working with food.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under three compartment sink at bar.
Food stored on floor. -Case of chicken breast in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders 46-49 at the breading station Less than four hours and placed in walk in freezer for temperature recovery, then was 41-43 twenty minutes later
Two Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Dish room
Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Several expired in May 2023
Equipment in poor repair. Handle broke on microwave next to breading station
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Food boats and bucket on top of cooks line
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.