Wendy's #11886
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
67
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Wendy's #11886 stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 21, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Wendy's #11886 scores about where you'd expect for a Winter Garden restaurant. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Open package of raw chicken stored over cooked sausage in upright freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Residue buildup surrounding the ice nozzles in dining room. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Salt in storage area.
01B-16-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of substance/grease/food debris. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
67
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Eggs,48 f held less than four hours transferred to walk in cooler for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of sprayer hose is soiled by the three comp sink area. Residue build up surrounding the drink nozzles in the dining room and drive thru Small green and white cutting boards are stained. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Dishwashing rack has accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Soda boxes.
08B-47-4
Basic - Holes in wall above three comp sink area.
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.Cooks line.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets are soiled in the front line area. Vents are soiled in the back line area. Wipe down the exterior of all equipment in kitchen. Hood filters are soiled with dust under the hood suppression system.
23-03-4
58
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touched ears and continued working without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Open package of raw chicken stored next to French fries in the upright freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of sprayer hose by the three comp sink is soiled. Drive thru and dining room drink nozzles are soiled. Cutting boards are stained and grooved
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Caulking has a build up by the three comp sink area. Residue build up under the heat lamps at fryer station.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed tomatoes stored over ready to eat lettuce in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
58
Oct 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Residue build up surrounding drink nozzles in dining room.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Caulking has a build up of black like substance by three comp sink.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed tomatoes stored over cut lettuce in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Green cutting board
14-09-4
78
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
58
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 31, 2023
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Swiss Cheese ,48 f held less than four hours transferred to walk in freezer for a quick chill.After .25 hour,40 f. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.Yoan Molina. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Employee training does not include food allergen awareness information.Juana Facenda. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-17-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Juice and soda nozzles in drive thru area are soiled.Small white cutting boards are stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Mug is at front line handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Yoan Molina.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.Brandon Coats,2/18/17.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.Ladies restroom.
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Salt in dry storage area.
01B-16-5
Basic - Dishmachine is in poor repair.Technician is on site and stated establishment is waiting on a part for the dishmachine.
14-11-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Watch. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Holes in wall by three comp sink area.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.Tongs stored on wire rack by the oven at the cooks line.
10-20-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Outside chicken machine and inside fryer cabinets have a grease build up. Caulking in the dish room is soiled. Gaskets are soiled at cooks line.
23-03-4
29
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's #11886 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #11886 on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's #11886?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #11886.
How does Wendy's #11886 compare to other restaurants in Winter Garden?
Wendy's #11886 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Garden average of 66.
Has Wendy's #11886's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wendy's #11886 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Wendy's #11886 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Wendy's #11886 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #11886 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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