Wendy's #13390
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Wendy's #13390 has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “open dumpster lid”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to the broader Cape Coral restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front hand sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of burger patty's and a case of potato on floor of walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
82
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup inside reach in freezer on cooks line.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
90
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touching cloths pants and shirt while engaging in food preparation. The DM educated cook and had him wash hands after discussion. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. The DM stated the high temperature measuring device was ordered. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed handwashing sink beside front counter has low water pressure.
27-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
67
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Open dumpster lid. The manager stated they have requested another dumpster through the city. **Corrective Action Taken**
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
82
Feb 28, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink beside cook line. The operator placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
82
Jan 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Jan 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburgers (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (49F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager is moving raw hamburgers and cheese into walk-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink beside ice cream machine. Paper towels was placed at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler ambient temperature 48F. The manager stated she was calling maintenance to have walk-in cooler serviced. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Operator did remove jewelry during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
64
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touching shirt and pants while engaging in food preparation. Educated manager on proper hand washing after touching face, cloths or face while engaging in food preparation. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container in hand washing sink beside microwave. The manager removed container from hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - 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. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager is assuring all personnel read, sign and maintain in files. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filter unprotected above hand washing sink behind front counter. The manager placed coffee filters in close container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda machine soiled in dining area. The manager had the soda machine wiped down during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed operator close dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
61
May 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's #13390 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #13390 on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's #13390?
Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #13390.
How does Wendy's #13390 compare to other restaurants in Cape Coral?
Wendy's #13390 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Cape Coral average of 77.
Has Wendy's #13390's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's #13390 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wendy's #13390 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 Wendy's #13390 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #13390 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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