Wendy's 4201
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
100
Score
Wendy's 4201 has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit.
“Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Okeechobee average 81, so Wendy's 4201 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 1, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly: tested twice at 0 ppm Chlorine. Operator set up triple sink, and called for service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-01: Operator followed up with ECOLab on 3/24 and 3/27, and ECOLAB has not came by establishment. District Manager was to follow up on 3/31. ECOlab has not came to repair dishwasher. Operator has placed an out of service sign on dishwasher. Operator is using triple sink to sanitize all items. Triple sink sanitizer is at 200 ppm Quaternary. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
86
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly: tested twice at 0 ppm Chlorine. Operator set up triple sink, and called for service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Quarter pan with sanitizer on prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
74
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in outside walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures: lines behind fryer. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
86
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in male restroom. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Lines behind fryers covered in grease.
36-50-4
86
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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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. Not all employees have signed. Operator will have them sign. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Operator added chlorine sanitation dishwasher. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine dishwasher. Operator obtained test strips. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at customer self service soda machine. **Warning**
36-73-4
64
Sep 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Not all employees have 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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. Operator will have other employees sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by customer soda dispenser. Maintenance is coming to repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-22-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by cashiers station. Operator obtained sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
78
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair: water dripping from ceiling vent by dry storage. Repair man is in progress of fixing. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-32-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. French fries not six inches off of floor in walk in freezer outside. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust., back of frying station soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures at drive through window, air conditioning unit top soiled. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
36-50-4
74
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's 4201 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's 4201 on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's 4201?
Across the inspection record, “unclean building components, attachments or fixtures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's 4201.
How does Wendy's 4201 compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Wendy's 4201 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Wendy's 4201's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wendy's 4201 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wendy's 4201 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 4201 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's 4201 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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