WENDY'S
5100 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941-782-9352
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
5 inspections trending up, 14 points better than where it started.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 5 black flying insects in dining room at soda dispensing area.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the manager rinse a rag on their hand sink twice. Reviewed with the manager on the sinks proper use.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on their walk in cooler fan covers.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth sanitizer on cook line not at minimum ppm. Operator changed quaternary sanitizer bucket solution. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm. Operator discontinued use and was using 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bathroom cleaners hanging next to handwash sink in front counter area. Employee removed cleaners and placed in chemical area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler on cook line.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in French fried onions on cook line. Operator removed handle from product.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on dumpster. Employee closed lid.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed ware washing machine not dispensing sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink for sanitizing.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed faucet at mop sink with out a vaccum breaker.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed ware washing machine not dispensing sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink for sanitizing.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop in cut tomato's on cooks line, touching product. Operator moved handle of scoop above product.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 5 black flying insects in dining room at soda dispensing area.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water on floor in dining room at cabinet located next to drink dispenser.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet underneath hand sink across from front counter.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for less than 10 seconds. Explained to employee the importance of handwashing. Employee rewashed hands
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs have an ambient 49. Manager put on ice. Explained to manager about adding the shell eggs to the Time as Public Control
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Manager separated pans
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed approximately 3 one pound containers of strawberries in walk in cooler with mold like substance. Operator removed strawberries and discarded.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed raw shell eggs and beef burgers being held on time but not marked on written plan. Advised operator to add raw shell eggs and beef burgers to time as a public health plan. Emailed plan to operator.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on cook line with no hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup in walk in freezer.
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