Wendy's 8888

3601 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33614

American

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show 10 inspections at Wendy's 8888 stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Jul 31, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or soap. Located at drive-thru station. Manager provided paper towels during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by frosty machine located at drive-thru station. Manager relocated machine to unblock sink during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Inside women's restroom.

31B-04-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

May 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black and pink mold-like substance inside ice machine on front line cook.

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. 2 containers of cut romaine not covered in front line Reach in cooler. Employee covered romaine during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Dec 6, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 14, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Oct 4, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding walk in Asiago cheese 45 f American cheese 45 f shredded cheese 44 f ice cream 44 f. Door was open for long periods of time due to truck delivery and storage. Manager moved some items to another reach in cooler

03A-02-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Underneath nozzle of ice cream machine. Manager cleaned at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Jan 19, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 28, 2022

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Grease inside of hand washing sink by office.

31A-11-4

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

22-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink above microwave. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table by microwave

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Chip lid dish dry shelf. Operator tossed away. **Corrected On-Site**

14-11-5

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. By office.

29-20-5

Oct 11, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's 8888 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's 8888 on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's 8888?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's 8888.

How does Wendy's 8888 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Wendy's 8888 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Wendy's 8888's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's 8888 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's 8888 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 8888 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's 8888 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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