WENDY'S
9301 KNIGHTS DR, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941-637-9933
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chili 122F at front counter steam table. Operator discarded the food item.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburgers (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager placed all raw hamburgers on ice.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed very low pressure in men's restroom.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing beside 3 compartment sink hot water shut off. The GM stated a work order has been put in for handwashing sink hot water.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 48F.
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed interior of handle soiled at Walk in Freezer door. Operator cleaned the door handle.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer inoperable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris underneath the shelves at Walk in Freezer. Operator cleaned the floor.
Vent tile chipped. Observed gap in the ceiling vent due to chipped vent.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed drive thru steam table inoperable.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken nuggets on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food item off the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer.
Jun 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable steam table at drive thru steam table.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open bag of raw chicken over cooked sausage at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at exterior hose bibb at back entrance of the kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler and freezer behind the door handles soiled.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef 55F due to cold holding unit not plugged in by accident. Operator removed the beef and placed in Walk in Cooler to cool to 41F or below.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at back exterior hose Bibb. Educated the operator.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on back of walk in cooler handle.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at Make Table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed no gasket at Walk in Cooler door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at bottom of Reach in Freezer.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker at the wrong location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker at the wrong location of splitter. Educated the operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb at exterior back door of establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at ware washing area and frontline handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sinks.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed date of 01/19/23. According to the manufacturer label, cartridge needs to be replaced every 12 months.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed missing gasket at Walk in Cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at prep area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers with old labels at dish shelf above 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the old labels and washed, rinsed, and sanitized the containers.
Feb 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at exterior back of establishment next to the entrance door.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker at wrong location on mop sink. Educated the operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by box of romaine lettuce next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the box.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at the handwash sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease/debris buildup behind Deep Fryers and underneath shelves at interior Walk in Freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave at prep area.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chili 122F at front counter steam table. Operator discarded the food item.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chili 122F at front counter steam table. Operator discarded the food item.
Vacuum breaker in wrong location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at multiple exterior hose bibbs at back of establishment.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at cookline. Educated the operator.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Jul 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Bathroom facility in disrepair. No AC in restrooms.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing throughout establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout establishments.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields covered by plastic.
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