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WENDY'S

15300 MCGREGOR BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239.482.6999

Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats72
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4602427
Grade history
DEC 24
JUL 25
JUL 25
AUG 25
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flies in kitchen landing on cooking equipment.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2025056016Jul 15, 2025Oct 23, 2025$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in ceiling tile near front service area.
Basic/36-32-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair underneath frosty machine near togo window.
Basic/36-17-5
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical outlet hanging from wires next to reach in freezer near ice machine and outside behind back kitchen exit door. For reporting purposes only.
/47-03-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of togo window. Educated operator on replacing tiles.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical outlet hanging from wires next to reach in freezer near ice machine and outside behind back kitchen exit door. For reporting purposes only.
/47-03-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
- From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical outlet hanging from wires next to reach in freezer near ice machine and outside behind back kitchen exit door. For reporting purposes only.
/47-03-4/Return visit Jul 16, 2025
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed American cheese 55F cold hold, cheese sauce 54F cold hold, raw hamburger 51F cold hold more than 4 hours in walk in cooler. Stop Sale items in walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese 55F cold hold, cheese sauce 54F cold hold, raw hamburger 51F cold hold more than 4 hours in walk in cooler. Stop Sale items in walk in cooler. Educated operator on maintaining time/temperature control for safety foods at 41F or below. Operator called for technician and refrigerated truck.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Floor area in front of togo window covered with standing water.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in front of togo window.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease underneath grill around electrical wires underneath grill. Observed food debris around backsplash of self-serve soda machine.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. Observed electrical outlet hanging from wires next to reach in freezer near ice machine and outside behind back kitchen exit door. For reporting purposes only.
/47-03-4
Jul 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flies in kitchen landing on cooking equipment.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 8, 2025 · Observed 3 live flies landing on equipment at cook line area. Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dining room and hallway near unused togo window. Educated operator in importance of cleaning and replacing ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 8, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease on fryer nozzles. Observed buildup of gray-like substance inside self-serve soda machine.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 8, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 7, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flies in kitchen landing on cooking equipment.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beans 46F cold hold, cut lettuce 46F cold hold, raw beef patties 45F cold hold in walk in cooler. Note: Operator just had walk in cooler and freezer serviced.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dining room and hallway near unused togo window. Educated operator in importance of cleaning and replacing ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing at front kitchen entrance.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease on fryer nozzles. Observed buildup of gray-like substance inside self-serve soda machine.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Observed floor drain inside cabinet under self-serve soda machine with buildup of gray-like substance.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Operator changed solution.
Basic/21-11-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer in outside walk in freezer.
Basic/03A-05-5/Warning
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dish wash area. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dining room and hallway near unused togo window. Note: Establishment is in the process of having roof fixed from damage due to Hurricane Ian. Once roof is fixed, establishment will replace ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-34-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Basic/12B-12-5
Sep 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spicy chicken nuggets 128F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator discarded nuggets.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated gray-like substance in dining room and hallway near unused togo window. Note: Establishment is in the process of having roof fixed from damage due to Hurricane Ian. Once roof is fixed, establishment will replace ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-34-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving and equipment in back dry storage area.
Basic/36-73-4
Observed Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage and gray/mold-like substance or is in disrepair in dining room. Educated operator on replacing ceiling tiles. Note: Establishment is in the process of having roof fixed from damage due to Hurricane Ian. Once roof is fixed, establishment will replace ceiling tiles.
Basic/36-32-5
Observed Nonfood-contact surface soiled with drink residue around self-serve soda machine dispenser backsplash. Educated operator on importance of cleaning backsplash of self-serve soda machine. Employee cleaned backsplash before leaving inspection
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front beverage reach in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above three compartment sink.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Women's restroom.
Basic/36-34-5
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed water leaking from pipe onto floor in walk in cooler. Operator called technician.
Basic/28-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor area in walk in cooler covered with standing water.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed boxes of raw hamburger stored underneath dripping pipe underneath condensor. Operator move boxes.
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with drink residue around self-serve soda machine dispenser backsplash.
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on labeling bottles.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Operator opened up doors to allow customers to use restroom.
Basic/32-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling tile missing in dishwash area.
Basic/36-36-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tile in dishwash area.
Basic/36-17-5
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front service hand wash sink and men's restroom. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sinks.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site

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