WENDY'S
19680 COCHRAN BLVD, Port Charlotte FL 33948 · 941.625.5585
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce 128F at steam table next to the Make Table. Operator placed in microwave to reheat to a minimum of 165F.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple syrup bottles dropping the drive thru handwash sink. Operator removed the bottle from blocking the handwash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at Walk in Cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on fan cover at Walk in Cooler.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection 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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Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with watch on left wrist at prep area. Employee removed the watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at walk in cooler door.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup at walk in cooler gasket. Operator cleaned the gasket.
Aug 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. GM: Joseph Diluzio.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at drive thru handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at the handwash sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris on the floor at Walk in Freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensil inside the basin of drive-thru handwash sink. Operator removed the utensil.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager: Michael Cruz. Operator able to provide during inspection.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights not shielded at cookline.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 cheese sauce 128F at steam table next to the Make Table. Operator placed in microwave to reheat to a minimum of 165F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large garbage container blocking the drive thru handwash sink. Operator removed the large garbage can and placed smaller garbage container.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting at dish shelf above 3 compartment sink.
May 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands approximately 3-5 seconds. Educated the employee. The employee repeated the process by washing hands for at least 10-15 seconds.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 strips of bacon at kitchen handwash sink next to office, across Flat Grill.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Employee placed hat over his hair/head.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked at dish shelf above the 3 compartment sink. Educated the operator. Operator removed from stacking to allow air flow.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Reach in Cooler at drive thru inoperable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at drive thru handwash sink.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 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 raw chicken over cookie dough at Reach in Freezer. Operator removed the cookie dough to the Walk in Freezer.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator able to provide during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at drive thru handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at the handwash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed Reach in Cooler inoperable at drive thru.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager, Michele Lindsay. Able to provide by the end of inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensil at drive thru handwash sink. Operator removed the utensil from handwash sink.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can at front counter handwash sink. Operator placed trash can at handwash 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.