Wendy's #7874

3020 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819

American

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Wendy's #7874 has eight inspections in the public record. On Mar 31, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to fryer” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so Wendy's #7874 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site**

16-21-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. In dish area ,operator separated all pans so they can dry completely **Corrected On-Site**

24-08-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler or where raw ground beef patties are stored soiled , operator cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soaking fryer baskets in table top warmer with soap on table above wrapped potatoes **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - 2 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen

35A-02-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to fryer.

14-69-4

Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. **Corrected On-Site**

24-06-4

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

16-23-4

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation female employee on cookline. **Corrected On-Site**

13-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup on walk-in freezer door. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. On cookline in shredded cheese **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Basic - Stored food not covered raw chicken patties uncovered in reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Aug 5, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Fryer baskets

22-02-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -one female employee on prep line **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Reach in at the end of cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

14-69-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - Microwave at prep line **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior soda machine in dining area. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer at the end of cooks line Reach in coolers on prep line. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Oct 9, 2023

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Ice buildup on back of equipment in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster and operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters over fryers fan have an accumulation of grease and food debris, operator states cleaning is scheduled for tonight -walk-in cooler green shelves have a light accumulation of food debris

23-03-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom. -men's bathroom

36-64-5

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -urinal in men's room covered by black trash bag, operator states repairs have been scheduled

29-08-4

Feb 15, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit./cheese sauce holding at 128F, less than 2 hours per manager/reheated to 182F/ **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing./front counter hand sink used as dump sink/ **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line make table gaskets soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues./straight up freezer at the cook line.

22-16-4

Oct 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used

FL-45

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's #7874 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #7874 on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's #7874?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to fryer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #7874.

How does Wendy's #7874 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Wendy's #7874 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Wendy's #7874's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's #7874 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's #7874 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 #7874 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #7874 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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