WENDY'S
8661 COMMONS WAY, Estero FL 33928 · 239-948-7030
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 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 — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance in the interior of the ice machine on the plastic chute.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen towards the back ceiling near the 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the walk in freezer.
Mar 6, 2026Inspection 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 tile missing. Observed vent missing on air duct near 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen soiled/stained.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn/damaged on reach in freezer next to the fryer station.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer/cooler vent guards soiled, operator cleaned during inspection.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at Hand wash sink next to the cash register. Operator replaced towels.
Ceiling vent missing. Observed ceiling vent tile missing next to 3 compartment sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor near the 3 compartment sink and outside the men's bathroom door. Observed cone outside the men's bathroom indicating wet floor.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled through out the kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor of the walk in freezer by the French fries.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and throughout the kitchen.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on the floor from the rusted water heater retention pan.
Aug 18, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the interior of the ice machine bin. Operator cleaned ice machine while inspection was continuing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor of the walk in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. operator showed me replacement shelves that need to be assembled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near 3 compartment sink.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from the bottom of water heater, noticeable rusting on the bottom of the tank.
Apr 14, 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 ceiling tiles and vents soiled in the kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves wasted in the stand up cooler next to the ice machine.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the kitchen area.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed wiring box next to the three compartment sink rusting with holes in it.
Jan 27, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on interior bin of ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease like substance on ceiling tiles and vents.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed grease droplets on front of hood on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed wiring box for 3 compartment sink rusting thru.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked eggs without washing hands and touched bacon container.and handled spatula.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease like substance on ceiling tiles and vents.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed bracelets on employee working with food.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed grease droplets on front of hood on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves with build up of food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer bottom shelf soiled with food residue.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Jul 24, 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of black mold like substance in the interior of the ice bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of grease and food debris on ceiling tiles in the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom shelf of reach in freezer soiled with food debris and walk in cooler shelves with buildup of food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusting.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior with black mold like substance on plastic chute.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with grease like substance.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands. Explained to employees the importance of washing hands before putting on clean gloves.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee put shredded cheese on top of cheese fries with out using a utensil or wearing gloves. Explained to employee she needed to wash hands and wear gloves before touching ready eat food. Food was discarded.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in ice machine.
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