WENDY'S 9170
2100 US 27 N, Sebring FL 33870 · 863.314.9074
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
JAN 25
MAY 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two fling insects in prep area. Manager removed and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of chemical on prep table in the kitchen next to the cinnamon rolls, operator removed bottle.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of pans with water in between and not air drying properly, operator separated to air dry correctly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer next to oven in the kitchen.
Dec 12, 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
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food orders, employee took bracelet off.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed a stack of clear yellow containers on the shelf in the kitchen with water in between and not air drying properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on the reach in cooler in the kitchen, operator stated work order has been placed to be replaced.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the walk in freezer door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris on cook line.
Aug 22, 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
Show 5 findings ▾
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without a beard guard on, employee put beard guard on.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of pans wet in between not air drying properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in cooler in the kitchen. Observed dish machine is not working.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on the door in the walk in freezer and ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at the mop sink.
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed the handwashing sign missing from the handwashing sink at front counter.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face without washing hands and handling food. Employee was educated on proper hygiene.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233 One employee more than 60 days, operator is having employee complete: S.B. Is employee.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap in unisex bathroom nearest fire extinguisher. Operator placed soap at location.
Ceiling tile missing above burger area. Operator has work order in for repair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing at prep sink.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with long ponytail not secured so that it remains in,ace on head and around face. Employee secured ponytail.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in unisex bathroom nearest fire extinguisher and at drive thru. Operator obtained signs and posted.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chili (119F - Reheating) 3 gal.. No one monitoring reheated foods. Procedure for this Wendy's is to have timers set and start times noted on top of container. No time and no timer set to stir and check temp. Operator states best guess food put on to warm at 800am at 1030 am foods found at 119F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chili mixed and left on counter beside warmer which was currently warming 1st batch. Chili lid stated 730am. Chili was at 61F at 1000am. Operator placed back in freezer to quickly cool to 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed chili (119F - Reheating) 3 gal.. No one monitoring reheated foods. Procedure for this Wendy's is to have timers set and start times noted on top of container. No time and no timer set to stir and check temp. Operator states best guess food put on to warm at 800am at 1030 am foods found at 119F. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at warewash area. Manager added towels.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on line with no beard guard.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Operator placed back in warewash.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop head laying in mopsink basin.
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two fling insects in prep area. Manager removed and sanitized area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed wrapped uncooked potatoes stored under electric fly kill trap. Manager moved food to another location.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
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.