Wendys #12397
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Wendys #12397 has nine inspections in the public record. On Mar 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average is 80, putting Wendys #12397 squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing or damaged at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Employee personal item - purse stored in or above single-service items. The operator removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers near 3 compartment sink. The operator separated for proper drying. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
78
Jul 29, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Backflow preventer not inspected and serviced according to manufacturer's recommendations. Observed back flow preventer at mop sink is not functional and needs to be replaced. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: Back flow preventer on order according to the operator. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
29-39-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding missing at back exit door. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-29: observed cove moulding still missing. **Time Extended**
36-03-4
86
Jul 16, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dish machine not properly sanitizing.Observed operator is using 3 compartment sink to sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Employee handled raw ground beef and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee handled raw ground beef then handle burger press handle without washing hands. Explained the importance of handwashing. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
Intermediate - Backflow preventer not inspected and serviced according to manufacturer's recommendations. Observed back flow preventer at mop sink is not functional and needs to be replaced.
29-39-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on ice machine baffle in the dining room soda dispenser, operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove moulding missing at back exit door.
36-03-4
Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications. Observed data plate worn off of dish machine.
16-01-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing food with rubber wristbands on their arms. Operator spoke with employee.
13-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around three compartment sink.
36-73-4
52
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in freezer by drive through window. Operator has purchased gasket and is waiting for service to install new gasket.
14-11-5
95
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Oct 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line: American cheese (47F - Cold Holding). Operator states that item was just portioned this morning, operator pulled cheese to move to walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open bottle of juice on shelf in cooler above raw burger Pattie's. Operator voluntarily discarded item. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
78
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood vents as missing operator states that filters were cleaned last night and need to be placed back in the hood.
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in freezer under fryers.
23-03-4
86
Aug 25, 2022
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave as soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean metal pans in clean dishes.
16-46-4
90
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on metal container on dish dry rack.
16-46-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendys #12397 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendys #12397 on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendys #12397?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendys #12397.
How does Wendys #12397 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Wendys #12397 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Wendys #12397's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendys #12397 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wendys #12397 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Wendys #12397 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendys #12397 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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