WENDY'S
5741 CLARK RD, Sarasota FL 34233
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Blue Cheese in top of Reachin Cooler on line at 58F. Manager relocated to freezer.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024016216 | Feb 6, 2024 | Apr 18, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer.
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 machine in use without sanitizing, 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed chicken 49F in bottom and sour cream 68F in top of reach in cooler at end of cook line near drive through. Manager moved chicken and sour cream to walkin freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Open dumpster lid.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Bathroom facility in disrepair.Observed urinal in mens room out of order.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice on top of reachin freezer unit near drive through. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on top of reachin cooler on cook line. Cold Holding Blue Cheese 59F, Shredded Cheese 58F, Cut Lettuce 59F, Ambient 45F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed on top of reachin cooler on cook line. Cold Holding Blue Cheese 59F, Shredded Cheese 58F, Cut Lettuce 59F, Ambient 45F. Manager stated in unit since 10:30am. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Bathroom facility in disrepair.Observed urinal in mens room out of order.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice on top of reachin freezer unit near drive through. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed Blue Cheese in top of Reachin Cooler on line at 58F. Manager relocated to freezer.
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