Wendy's #13451

1000 Technology Ave, North Port, FL 34289

American

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Wendy's #13451 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 11, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, showing up three times.

Among North Port restaurants, the typical score is 78; Wendy's #13451 is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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. Printed out Employee Reporting Form HR 5030-103 to Manager. The manager filled out form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler beside cook line with raw hamburgers in it the gasket is torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door not tight fitting.

32-04-4

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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. Observed no proof of document completed for new employees. Operator completed the documents during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers wet nesting at dish shelf. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed visible soil at sanitizer solution next to Make Table. Operator replaced the quaternary sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**

21-11-4

Mar 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

53B-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on fans at Walk in Cooler.

23-03-4

Basic - Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple serving spoons not inverted at prep table. Operator inverted the spoons. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

24-05-4

Aug 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Clean utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple utensils not inverted at ware washing area prep table. Operator inverted the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked with no air flow at dish shelf. Educated the operator. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Feb 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed dairy creamer not date marked at drive thru Reach in Drawers. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

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. Operator able to provide the completed documents by the end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

11-26-1

Basic - Accumulation of rust like build up in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at various handwash sink locations at establishment. Educated the operator.

31B-04-4

Sep 6, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

May 30, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Show all 7 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's #13451 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #13451 on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's #13451?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #13451.

How does Wendy's #13451 compare to other restaurants in North Port?

Wendy's #13451 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the North Port average of 78.

Has Wendy's #13451's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's #13451 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 #13451 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 #13451 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #13451 is inspected around three times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

North Port Subway

1020 Plantation Blvd

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery #1066

6001 S Salford Blvd

Score: 58 — Medium Risk

Maggiore Bistro

3515 Bobcat Village Center Rd, Bldg 19 Unit C-D

Score: 23 — High Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in North Port → American restaurants in Florida → American restaurants in North Port