BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL AND BAR
10936 SR 54, New Port Richey FL 34655 · 727-372-2323
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 49 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flies in dish area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023015692 | Jan 10, 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | $400 |
| 3--2022057480 | Nov 9, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of disinfectant on top of glass chiller in bar, moved to floor.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Long hair, to middle of back, on one cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic glasses in bar, plastic pans in kitchen
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Equipment in poor repair. Gasket of reach in cooler in bar torn
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Towel bucket Sink and surface sanitizer 0 ppm. Dispenser not working properly. Operator manual added sanitizer, corrected to proper strength
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Sanitizer solution other than chlorine, quat or iodine not at the proper minimum strength listed in the manufacturer's instructions. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Sink and surface cleaner not at proper strength in 3 compartment sink in bar. Dispenser not working properly. Operator will use dish machine in bar for all glasses and utensils.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened bottle of water on shelf over reach in cooler on cook line, moved to bottom shelf.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Neither faucet on left side (sanitizer side) of 3 compartment sink in bar will turn on. Operator is filling sink with pitcher
Nov 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Dish machine in bar ran 2 times, 0 ppm, operator primed machine, still 0 ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at expo- water won't shut off, cannot get water temperature below 130F. Work order for Monday.
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. Kristian,
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water shut off at hand wash sink on end of cook line by walk in cooler, operator turned water on, faucets will not turn water off. Hand wash sink at expo- water won't shut off, cannot get water temperature below 130F. Work order for Monday.
Apr 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 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 dishwasher machine at 0ppm, manager primed dish machine, now at 50ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding) in drawer on cook line, no temperature monitoring done today, food was in drawer since last night
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Both soda guns at bar soiled
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Hot water thermometer is not working
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used for sauce on cook line
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Server chewing gum in food prep areas, while portioned salt and pepper and getting food from cook line to take to table, server discarded gum
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of reach in freezer soiled with food debris. Interior of reach in cooler in bar area soiled with mold like substance. Areas surrounding soda nozzles at both server stations soiled.
Sep 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate15 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. Operator ran dish machine in bar area twice, 0ppm chlorine. Operator ran dishmachine a third time, 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 3 compartment sink in bar area 700/1875 lactic acid
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly near bar walk in cooler 4 live flies on ice machine 2 live flies on wall in storage area near liquor cage. 1 dead fly on top of ice in ice machine. See stop sale. 1 dead fly on exterior of ice machine.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Dead fly on top of ice in ice machine.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Triple sink in bar area exceeds 700/1875ppm lactic acid. Strip turned yellow. Operator corrected to proper ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun in bar area soiled. Discussed with bartender.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food debris and plastic in handwash sink on cookline.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink in bar area. Soap was restocked by bartender.
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. Employees Casper and Zach have worked at establishment for a month and do not have proof of employee reporting agreement. Discussed with manager on duty who has printed out agreement and will have employees sign. Zach reviewed and signed employee reporting agreement.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in bar area. 1 dead roach on floor if walk in freezer. Both dead roaches have been discarded and the areas sanitized.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone above prep table on cookline. Phone was relocated. Employee hat and keys on shelf above glasses in bar area. Items were relocated.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees on cookline without hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Container of pickles stored on floor of walk in cooler. Multiple boxes of food stored on floor of walk in cooler located outside.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle of scoop touching cut lettuce. Operator corrected.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign in men's restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of reach in freezer soiled with food debris. Interior of reach in cooler in bar area soiled with mold like substance. Areas surrounding soda nozzles at both server stations soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer on cookline stored above clean plates. Discussed with manager.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old fans on ground next to dumpster
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed jalapeños and cilantro above ready to eat items in walk in cooler. Operator started to rearranged walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from faucet at handwash sink on line near entrance of kitchen.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Lactic acid sanitizer bucket 0ppm on cookline. Lactic acid sanitizer bucket in bar area 0ppm. Operator refilled both sanitizer buckets to 700/1875ppm lactic acid
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flies on wall in dish area. Manager eradicated.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Operator was unsure was the measuring device was used for. Educated manger.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed paper cup in container of Mac n cheese on cook lime
Equipment in poor repair. Damaged gasket on reach in freezer causing ice build up on cook line
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed garage door open but air curtain not open.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flies in dish area
Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Microwave on cook line
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Garage door at bar open, air curtains not turned on
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flies in dish area
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Handling dirty dishes then handling food without washing hands
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at bar soiled
Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Microwave on cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used to scoop sour cream in reach in cooler, portion cup removed
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Garage door at bar open, air curtains not turned on
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler drawers
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.