WENDY'S
1627 N WASHINGTON BLVD, Sarasota FL 34234
Last inspected Oct 29, 2025 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed sliced cheese not time marked. Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hr. Operator labeled cheese accordingly.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023058734 | Sep 1, 2023 | May 2, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Oct 29, 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a ceiling tile missing in the dry goods storage closet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee handling food without a hair restraint. Operator had them put on a hat.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on both walk in freezers.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the extinguisher in the restroom hallway in the red.
Jul 28, 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 tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on multiple ceiling vents in the establishment.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the 2023 license displayed. Operator was able to print out a list stating their license was up to date with its expiration date.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed a build up of water caused by a roof leak in the lobby. Operators are actively combating it.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil stored on the floor of the dry storage area. Operator placed them on a shelf.
Open dumpster lid. Observed their dumpster lids open. Operator closed them.
Mar 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed cases of food product stored on the floor of the inside walk in freezer, and observed cases of shortening stored on the floor of the kitchen and back storage area. Operator placed items off the floor.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed for home use insecticide stored inside the establishment. The operator removed the container.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed dish detergent stored above boxes of said in the back storage area. Operator removed the detergent.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed an employee drink stored with customer food in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the drink.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed garbage build up on the pad around the dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust build up on the back hood filters.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in freezer fan covers.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the triple sink at 0ppm quaternary. Operator changed out the sanitizer bag and remeasured at 200ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed sliced cheese not time marked. Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hr. Operator labeled cheese accordingly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee prepping food while wearing a watch. Operator had the employee take off the watch.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed the back warewashing area with standing water.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Operator placed items on a shelf.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up behind the dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed the walk in freezer fan covers soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease build up on the cook line behind the equipment.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed the sanitizer bucket at 0ppm quaternary.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection 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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Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up behind the dumpster.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in freezer fan covers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed a wet mop kept in its bucket in the janitor closet. Operator hung the mop.
Sep 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls behind the fryer and flattop with a build up of grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 1, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Operator cracked shell eggs and then handled clean equipment without washing hands. Operator washed hands.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for approximately 6 seconds. Operator had employee rewards hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front line: Strawberry ice cream (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated the food had been out for approximately 2 hrs. Operator placed food in the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing chemical cleaner not labeled. Operator labeled the bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of a black substance on the interior of the drive thru ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food containers above the ware-washing area with standing water.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator placed oil on a shelf.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls behind the fryer and flattop with a build up of grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust and grease build up on the ceiling vents in the dishwashing area and kitchen hallway.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease and food debris build up on the walls behind the flat top and fryer on the cook line.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed portable fire extinguisher in cook area overcharged. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 15, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee storing food outside and touching exterior doors and then change tasks to handle clean equipment without changing gloves or washing hands. Operator had employee wash hands and change gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front cook line: Shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Raw shell eggs (Ambient 50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 2hrs. Operator stored them in the walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to food in the front dry storage area and on the cook line, and observed a bottle containing cleaning fluid stored above boxed and bagged soda in the box an bag soda storage area. Operator removed chemical bottles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand wash sink to fill up a container. Operator removed container and instructed employees that the sink was only for hand washing.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile vent above the triple sink As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust and grease build up on the ceiling vents in the dishwashing area and kitchen hallway.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on food prep table. Employee removed phone.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the exterior packaging of food in the inside and outside walk in freezers. Employees removed ice from packages.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed grease and food debris build up on the walls behind the flat top and fryer on the cook line.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed portable fire extinguisher in cook area overcharged. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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