Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte
Last inspected:
1020 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte has accumulated 166 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Consumer advisories, ventilation issues, and food contact surface violations have been the most frequently cited problems. In March 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 14 violations; the facility complied the following day.
Most recent closure: March 4, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte: Comparison to Charlotte County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 violations per inspection
Charlotte County Avg
4.19
violations / inspection
4.19 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Charlotte County Avg
0.07
closures / facility
0.07 county average
Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte: Emergency Closure History (1)
Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025014759 | $400.00 | Mar 4, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte last inspected?
- Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte last shut down?
- Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte was last shut down on March 4, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte?
- The most frequently cited violations at Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte had?
- Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte find?
- Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte ever been shut down?
- Yes, Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte been fined?
- Buffalo Wings and Rings in Port Charlotte has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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