WENDY'S 154
2525 S MONROE ST STE 1, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850.878.4208
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live small flying insects in kitchen area where food is held.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6-1-26.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance on vent above cook line.
Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile broken in drive thru.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic to go cups stored on floor inside dry storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. I observed approximately 17 live small flying insects in dining room area and approximately 5 live small flying insects at front counter near fry station. Observed approximately 4 live small flying insects in kitchen area.
Jul 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live small flying insects in kitchen area where food is held.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed dead insect on ground beef patties inside walk in cooler. *see stop sale*
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed dead insect on ground beef patties inside walk in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in drive thru area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave accumulated with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fryers heavily accumulated with food and grease.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor soiled with food and grease behind fryers and underneath ice cream machine.
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items hot holding : Potato wedges 120F French Toast 126F. Operator reheated food items, New temperature: Potato wedges 176F French toast 175F
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop in contact with ice at drive thru. Operator removed scoop during time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service drink tops stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly placed tops during time of inspection.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for 5 seconds.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing near baked potato station, walk in cooler, and under prep sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 6/1/24.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor inside walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing and or broken entrance to walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease and dust. Also observed soda dispenser in dining room with mold like substance.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed family chili bowls stored upright, front line. GM stored properly.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on floor from pipe inside walk in cooler.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wipe counters and food prep areas near drive thru and then use flip beef Pattie's on grill no hand wash or glove change.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese 51F, cheese slice 52F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed boxes stored on hand washing sink near three compartment sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed that staff could not locate written procedure.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filtration system not changed since 4/10/23.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents with dust accumulation.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding broken near oven where potatoes are heated and walk in cooler, freezer.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees preparing food no hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water near three compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near managers office, walk in cooler and throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed fryers, oven, holding warmer soiled with grease and food accumulation.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease accumulation.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed brown bags stored on floor in store room area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed portion cups stored upright near expo cooler across from fry station. Also observed coffee filters stored inverted.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drain not draining properly near 3 compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen with grease and food accumulation.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in water in mop bucket.
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee come from outside and wash hands for 3 seconds.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed out and posted.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed blood on shelf in walk in cooler. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking.At 9:30 am Observed cheese on cooks line without time mark, manager stated that cheese placed on line at 6:30. Manager placed time mark sticker and disposed of before inspection ended.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed out flyer for operator.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food and trash on floor throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed cheese in walk in cooler uncovered. Manager covered during inspection.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking in mop sink
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.