Wow Wing & Deli
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Wow Wing & Deli, the earliest from 2022. Wow Wing & Deli was last inspected on Mar 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 95, which Wow Wing & Deli's 82 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 1 roach egg case in office, and 1 between reach-in coolers in prep/ ware washing area. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: No roach droppings observed. **Admin Complaint**
35A-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 19 dead roaches in the following locations: 1 in unused dining room under tables, 1 under discarded fryer in unused dining area, 1 next to unused soda machine in unused dining room, 2 by walk-in cooler on floor, 1 between reach-in coolers on floor in prep/ ware washing area, 5 behind reach-in coolers in prep/ ware washing area, and 8 in office in back of establishment. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: No dead roaches observed. **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
82
Mar 5, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
May 2, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed thawed Shrimp 54F, hush puppies 54F, burger patties 48F in reach in cooler held 2 hrs.
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling in kitchen soiled with dust/debris over cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed six dead roaches on floor in front dry storage location. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed excessive chicken juice and debris on floor in walk in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on floor in front dry storage location.
08B-38-4
70
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Upon inspection observed employee water sitting on top of cutting board in main make line in kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Upon inspection observed frozen chicken bags sitting on counter, operator stated they were thawing. Operator was instructed to put chicken wings under cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Upon inspection observed walk-in walls soiled with mold like substance.
36-27-5
86
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken wings in walk in cooler at 45F held 24hrs.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed frozen shrimp over open shredded cheese in each in cooler on make line. Employee moved switched cheese and shrimp on rack.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings in walk in cooler at 45F held 24hrs.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for 1 employee.
53B-14-5
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 2 dead flying insects in the following areas: 1 in dining room used as storage area and 1 in back kitchen in unused container on storage rack. Operator cleaned up flying insects at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in office room. Operator cleaned up dead roach at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed rear kitchen door with gap at floor and side. Door is not closed completely. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cooking oil and sauces stored on floor in dining room used as storage area.
08B-47-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed strong odor coming from office room.
36-64-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
43
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black substance on ice shield in ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees on cook line conducting food prep without hair restraints. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At rear doorway to kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
86
Oct 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wow Wing & Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wow Wing & Deli on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wow Wing & Deli?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wow Wing & Deli.
How does Wow Wing & Deli compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?
Wow Wing & Deli most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.
Has Wow Wing & Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wow Wing & Deli have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wow Wing & Deli means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Wow Wing & Deli inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wow Wing & Deli is inspected around two times per year on average.
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