South Bradenton, Manatee County

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

4120 14 ST W, South Bradenton, FL 34205

FoodSeating
Latest violations
8
1 High Priority
Nov 29, 2023
City
South Bradenton
County
Manatee
Status
Ownership Changed
Inspections
14

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 4Total: 8

08A-04-5

Detail 22470277

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed open case of bacon stored over oranges in walk-in cooler. Manager moved bacon. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 22470279

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink across from dish machine.

31B-03-4

Detail 22470281

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink across from dish machine.

41-17-4

Detail 22470280

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle below oven in kitchen. Manager labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 22470283

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black slimy buildup.

12B-12-5

Detail 22470278

Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee bottle of water at drink station.

40-06-5

Detail 22470276

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jackets hanging on shelf with food products. Manager moved jackets. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 22470282

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

Jul 6, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 2Total: 2

36-64-5

Detail 22103294

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed strong rotten odor coming from bar area. Couldn't isolate area where source of odor is coming from.

25-05-4

Detail 22103293

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of napkins and food boxes stored on floor in servers area.

Nov 22, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

16-03-4

Detail 21589519

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed buildup interior of dish machine. Operator in process of cleaning. Repeat Violation

36-24-5

Detail 21589518

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed large hole in wall adjacent to hot water heater. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21589517

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers on cook's line. Repeat Violation

Nov 7, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 10

27-16-4

Detail 21555480

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink in the dishwasher room. Manager stated a plumber was called to fix the problem.

22-20-5

Detail 21555479

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine chute. Main ice machine in the kitchen.

16-03-4

Detail 21555473

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

36-22-4

Detail 21555481

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floors in. The Walk-in cooler left side of the cook line.

08B-38-4

Detail 21555474

Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic bottles of soda stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Manager placed the items on a shelf. Corrected On-Site

36-24-5

Detail 21555476

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. 3x2 foot hole in the wall next to the hot water heater.

22-08-4

Detail 21555478

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Convection and microwave oven on the cook line.

23-03-4

Detail 21555482

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on all reach in cooler on the cook line soiled.

22-16-4

Detail 21555475

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of drawer reach in coolers on the cook line soiled

36-50-4

Detail 21555477

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan cover in the walk-in cooler right side of the cook line soiled.

Jul 25, 2022

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 22, 2022

Complaint Full

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Total: 1

03A-02-5

Detail 21213335

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); cut mandarin oranges (45F - Cold Holding) in southwest center line reach in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-22: Observed in South West Reachin Cooler Mandarin Oranges 53F, Cut Tomatoes 47F, Salsa 48F, Sour Cream 61F, Shredded Cheese 57F, Lettuce 54F Admin Complaint

May 17, 2022

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

03A-02-5

Detail 21090832

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); cut mandarin oranges (45F - Cold Holding) in southwest center line reach in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 21090831

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

24-08-4

Detail 21090833

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting located across from dish washer. Operator removed for cleaning. Corrective Action Taken Warning

36-73-4

Detail 21090830

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris located under cook line in the kitchen. Observed accumulation of debris under soda syrup rack next to ice machine. Observed accumulation of debris on the floor at the server station next to the bar. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning

Dec 27, 2021

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-11-4

Detail 20746996

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed boneless wings reach in cooler drawer gasket in disrepair. Observed walk in freezer gasket in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-25: Operator stated a work order has been submitted to fix the problem. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-27: Operator stated parts are on order for the repair of the drawer. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 20746995

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer just as you enter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-25: Operator stated a work order has been submitted to fix the problem. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-27: Time Extended

Oct 25, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-11-4

Detail 20612015

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed boneless wings reach in cooler drawer gasket in disrepair. Observed walk in freezer gasket in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-25: Operator stated a work order has been submitted to fix the problem. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

14-69-4

Detail 20612014

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer just as you enter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-25: Operator stated a work order has been submitted to fix the problem. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken

Oct 24, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

35A-05-4

Detail 20609778

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 6 live roaches underneath the 3 separate wheeled single service item racks behind the prep line in the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Observed approximately 2 live roaches underneath the dressing cooler beneath the tea station in the kitchen and approximately 4 live roaches underneath the prep line in the middle of the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Observed approximately 3 live roaches underneath expo prep line counter in the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Admin Complaint

14-11-4

Detail 20609780

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed boneless wings reach in cooler drawer gasket in disrepair. Observed walk in freezer gasket in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 20609779

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold at the rear exterior door that leads to the dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 20609777

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer just as you enter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-24: Time Extended

Oct 23, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

35A-09-4

Detail 20609737

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 6 live flying insects in dish room near mop sink and approximately 4 live flying insects near soda machine at server station and approximately 15 live flying insects located around soda syrup rack adjacent to office. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Observed approximately 2 live flying insects located around soda syrup rack. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Admin Complaint

35A-05-4

Detail 20609739

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 6 live roaches underneath the 3 separate wheeled single service item racks behind the prep line in the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Observed approximately 2 live roaches underneath the dressing cooler beneath the tea station in the kitchen and approximately 4 live roaches underneath the prep line in the middle of the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Admin Complaint

16-21-4

Detail 20609735

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed accumulation of food debris on exterior of dish washer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended

14-11-4

Detail 20609741

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed boneless wings reach in cooler drawer gasket in disrepair. Observed walk in freezer gasket in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 20609738

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold at the rear exterior door that leads to the dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 20609740

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with trash and food debris underneath the 3 separate wheeled single service item racks behind the prep line in the kitchen. Observed floor soiled under server soda machine. Observed floor soiled under cookline and prep line equipment in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Observed floor soiled with food debris under cookline and prep line in kitchen. Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 20609736

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer just as you enter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-23: Time Extended

Oct 22, 2021

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 10

35A-09-4

Detail 20608873

High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 6 live flying insects in dish room near mop sink and approximately 4 live flying insects near soda machine at server station and approximately 15 live flying insects located around soda syrup rack adjacent to office. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Warning

35A-05-4

Detail 20608874

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 6 live roaches underneath the 3 separate wheeled single service item racks behind the prep line in the kitchen. The operator was present and confirmed during inspection. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 20608877

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic mop item in handwashing sink located adjacent to the mop sink. Operator removed item and properly cleaned. Corrected On-Site Warning

16-21-4

Detail 20608871

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed accumulation of food debris on exterior of dish washer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning

14-01-5

Detail 20608875

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic ramekin inside chili on steam table. Operator removed ramekin. Corrected On-Site Warning

14-11-4

Detail 20608876

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed boneless wings reach in cooler drawer gasket in disrepair. Observed walk in freezer gasket in disrepair. Warning

35B-01-4

Detail 20608868

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold at the rear exterior door that leads to the dumpster. Warning

36-73-4

Detail 20608870

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with trash and food debris underneath the 3 separate wheeled single service item racks behind the prep line in the kitchen. Observed floor soiled under server soda machine. Observed floor soiled under cookline and prep line equipment in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning

33-19-4

Detail 20608869

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning

14-69-4

Detail 20608872

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer just as you enter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the operator. Repeat Violation Warning

Aug 11, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 12

29-37-4

Detail 20418351

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Hose in the sink in front of the dishwasher. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

27-16-4

Detail 20418343

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink at the bar has no hot water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

22-20-5

Detail 20418345

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

16-03-4

Detail 20418344

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 20418352

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

14-33-4

Detail 20418350

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Condiment holding area in the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 20418347

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area covered with standing water. Floor in front of the walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 20418353

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipment on the cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

33-19-4

Detail 20418354

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 20418346

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer. On the floors and the shelves. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

33-16-4

Detail 20418348

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

22-16-4

Detail 20418349

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of all reach in coolers on the cook line soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-08-11: Time Extended

Aug 10, 2021

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 2Basic: 11Total: 17

29-37-4

Detail 20415709

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Hose in the sink in front of the dishwasher. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 20415712

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on back wall right side of cook line Sliced cheese American (60°F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (57°F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (58°F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (55°F - Cold Holding); Cooked onions (48°F - Cold Holding); Guacamole (52°F - Cold Holding). Manager stated that all the items were stored in the reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded all items. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

03A-02-5

Detail 20415701

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All the following items were stored in the reach in cooler on back wall right side of cook line Sliced cheese American (60°F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (57°F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (58°F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (55°F - Cold Holding); Cooked onions (48°F - Cold Holding); Guacamole (52°F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items were in reach in cooler overnight. Manager discarded all items. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation** Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

41-10-4

Detail 20415707

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning stored next to food on the cook line. Manager removed the bottle. Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 20415706

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the dishwasher. Manager placed paper towels at the hand washing sink. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

27-16-4

Detail 20415711

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink at the bar has no hot water. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 20415714

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning

16-03-4

Detail 20415704

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation Warning

16-21-4

Detail 20415703

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Importance of following proper protocol with this repeat violation was reinforced with the manager and employee. Repeat Violation Warning

14-33-4

Detail 20415710

Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Condiment holding area in the kitchen. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 20415708

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and shirt stored above a preparation table on the cook line with food. Manager removed all items. Corrected On-Site Warning

36-22-4

Detail 20415713

Basic - Floor area covered with standing water. Floor in front of the walk-in freezer. Warning

36-73-4

Detail 20415700

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipment on the cook line. Warning

33-19-4

Detail 20415698

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Warning

14-69-4

Detail 20415699

Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer. On the floors and the shelves. Warning

33-16-4

Detail 20415702

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Warning

22-16-4

Detail 20415705

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of all reach in coolers on the cook line soiled. Warning