WENDY'S
13750 N CLEVELAND AVE, North Fort Myers FL 33903 · 239-997-9788
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found observed approximately 10-12 small flying insects in signage above hand washing sink at front counter. Do not see any landing on food contact surfaces.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019045714 | Sep 5, 2019 | Oct 9, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with buildup of dust and debris.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression poles positioned above fryers on cook line.
Apr 29, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found observed approximately 10-12 small flying insects in signage above hand washing sink at front counter. Do not see any landing on food contact surfaces.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with buildup of dust and debris.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression poles positioned above fryers on cook line.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease pooled and congealed on concrete pad around dumpster and on blacktop on side of pad. Observed grease buildup inside dumpster. Operator states grease that is not pumped into collection tank inside building is discarded into bags and placed into dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with buildup of dust.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line while wearing gold bracelet on wrist.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed fluorescent lights above ice machine missing proper shield.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on back of fryers on cook's line.
Aug 25, 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with build up of dust.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers stacked together wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing for fluorescent lights above ice machine.
Jul 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on fan covers in walk-in cooler.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed cracked gaskets in reach in freezer next to oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression system over fryers.
Jul 11, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee set up make table placing pans in table then put on gloves to prepare a breakfast wrap without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with Operator.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5-7 small flying insects on menu board brackets above hand washing sink and frosty machine on front line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fried potatoes at 107F Hot Holding under heat lamps. Operator discarded fried potatoes.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed open metal pan labeled sanitizer measuring 300 ppm quaternary next to an open pan of bulk sugar next to iced tea machine on front counter. Operator moved sanitary to counter.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Operator unable to discuss Big 6 when asked.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in dining room with insulation exposed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on fan covers in walk-in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under three compartment sink. Operator located cover and replaced it.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while preparing food.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed cracked gaskets in reach in freezer next to oven.
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed spoon stored in sanitizer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression system over fryers.
Open dumpster lid.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection 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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Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in spots of the dining room.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting above prep sink outside of manager's office.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed cracked gaskets in reach in freezer around corner from drive through area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression system over fryers on cook's line.
Sep 14, 2023Inspection 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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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wearing clean gloves, touch uniform then build sandwich without changing gloves. Discussed proper glove usage with operator.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tile in hallway to bathrooms outside kitchen doors.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on computer monitor by fry station. Buildup of food debris above fryer heat lamp.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands on cooks line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried chicken nuggets hot holding at 111F under heat lamp. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed disinfectant spray bottle next to bread on top of microwave. Operator moved bottle to chemical shelf.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles damaged in hallway by bathrooms and some tile frame in kitchen area between flat top grills.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing fried chicken nuggets with no hair restraint.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
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