Wendy's #1746

917 N 14 St, Leesburg, FL 34748
American
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged 12 inspections at Wendy's #1746, the earliest from 2022. Wendy's #1746 was last inspected on Mar 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

Restaurants in Leesburg average 76, so Wendy's #1746 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Interior door of rear reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fan in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Reach in stand up freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
86
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Grill cleaner over fry cartons. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Prep cooler. -Rear upright freezer.
22-16-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Interior door of rear reach in freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -By rear grease receptacle.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under rear freezer.
23-03-4
70
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Beef patties 45f, 46f. Less than 4 hours, advised to rapid chill. Manager added ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Reach in freezer near rear exit door.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
74
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Jul 23, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
58
Mar 4, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Cook.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in freezer gasket torn.
14-10-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in cooler under lemonade. -Bottom of reach in freezer.
22-16-4
78
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Lemonade nozzles behind front counter.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Reach in freezer gasket torn under French fry hot box.
14-10-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -By rear exit door.
36-73-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over three compartment sink.
38-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Faucet at three compartment sink.
29-11-4
74
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dead, small insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -6 small dead in milkshake machine. -3 live by kitchen entrance. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -Dairy mix with approximately 6 small dead flies in it.
01B-13-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in freezer gasket torn near back door.
14-10-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In warewash.
38-01-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Standing water in salad cooler at front line.
22-16-4
64
May 8, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over cooked beef patties. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quat test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters. -Dry storage shelf across from office.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Standing water in front line prep cooler.
22-16-4
67
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over potato wedges. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quat test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covers.
23-03-4
70
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Employee at drive through using cup to scoop ice.
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under grease receptacle.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Outside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's #1746 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #1746 on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's #1746?

Across the inspection record, “reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #1746.

How does Wendy's #1746 compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

Wendy's #1746 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Leesburg average of 76.

Has Wendy's #1746's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's #1746 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's #1746 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 #1746 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #1746 is inspected around three times per year on average.