BUFFALO WILD WINGS
3750 US HWY 98, Lakeland FL 33810 · 952-516-8175
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand sink showing on 2010 approved plans in dish area was removed and no other hand sink available in area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in server area blocked by container. Manager removed
Last plans on file were approved back in 2010. Dish machine moved out of corner to where old hand sink was installed. Hand wash sink in dish area was fully removed. Closest hand sink across kitchen over 30feet away. Hand sink at server station/ dump sink not currently assigned as a designated hand sink, but is on approved plans from 2010. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to dump sink in server station area.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. At dump sink hand sink combo in server station.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Some training cards missing completion date, legible name of employee.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopies of Hospitality Resource supply certificates
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand and dump sink combo at server station.
Observed soiled vents at bar and dusty duct work at bar area. Discussed additional cleaning
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Unwashed produce ( whole lemons and limes) in beer walk in cooler over, ready to eat diced lemons, diced tomatoes, and cupped up sauces.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of pickles and frozen onions on the in walk in cooler and walk in freezer, operator removed from the floor.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front Bar station
Mar 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed container of pickles in walk in cooler, manager moved pickles to shelf.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed on cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in main bar area. Manager installed sign.
Jul 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area.
Jun 24, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed in rear kitchen near walk in coolers.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area.
Exhaust/ vents and ducts not designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed in main dining area, bar area and kitchen area, no food or drinks were in preparation during inspection in these areas.
Jun 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed in rear kitchen near walk in coolers.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, and mold-like substance. Observed in dining area.
Exhaust/ vents and ducts not designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed in main dining area, bar area and kitchen area, no food or drinks were in preparation during inspection in these areas.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles in walk in cooler, manager removed bucket from floor.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensil in sink in bar area, manager removed utensil.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed on cookline.
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior chute.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above ice machine, above mop sink, above dish area.
Exposed studs/joists/rafters present in food preparation. Observed exposed insulation with mildew buildup in ceiling above ice machine.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall in corner dining area with mildew.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.observed on shelf and on insulated lines.
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.