More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Buffalo Wild Wings last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 26, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Oct 10, 2025 to Feb 26, 2026.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 10, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Complaint
Feb 26, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
NOTED EMPLOYEE AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE A HAIR RESTRAIN WHILE PREPPING.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source
License
Oct 10, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.