WENDY'S
1601 DEL PRADO BLVD S., Cape Coral FL 33990
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
MAR 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of Hot Shot Flying Insect killer near entry door coming inside kitchen. The manager discarded the can of Hot Shot Spray.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023062819 | Sep 18, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance on ceiling tile in dining area and women's restroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine is missing cover.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair in office.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed rust like substance on handwashing sinks in men's restroom and handwashing sink behind front counter.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in walk-in cooler. The manager discarded open drink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leakage from pipe in walk-in cooler.
Sep 2, 2025□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dining and kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in freezer gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall in kitchen area.
Jul 1, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a can of Hot Shot Flying Insect killer near entry door coming inside kitchen. The manager discarded the can of Hot Shot Spray.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in dining and kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in freezer gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall in kitchen area.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone prep table. The operator removed cell phone from prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Outside vinyl siding close to front entrance door tore.
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked eggs in egg container in reach-in cooler beside cook line. The manager discarded the cracked eggs.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personnel food not segregated public food in walk-in cooler. The manager moved personnel food to another location in walk-in cooler.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook wiping face while engaging in food preparation. Educated cook on not touching skin or cloths while engaging in food preparation.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in women's restroom.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding heavily soiled behind ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys, pen and cell phone on prep table. The operator removed items from prep table beside chili reheating station.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in walk-in cooler. The manager removed open bottle of water from walk-in cooler.
Sep 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low water pressure at hand washing sink behind front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed carpet in dining area is torn.
Sep 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 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. Printed out DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. The manager was not aware of employee training.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed out DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter gasket torn.
Aug 8, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook wiping hands on pants and shirt while preparing hamburgers. Educated operator on proper hand washing and not touching cloths or face while preparing food.
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low water pressure at hand washing sink behind front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table beside drive up window. The cell phone was removed from prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of potatoes on floor in walk-in cooler.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed carpet in dining area is torn.
Jul 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 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 eggs (109F - Hot Holding) in kitchen near deep frier. The manager discarded eggs.
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 DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. The manager was not aware of employee training.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed out DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter gasket torn.
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.