Wendy's
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
95
Score
Public records show 13 inspections at Wendy's stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 29, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Wendy's latest score of 95 sits above the Bradenton average of 83. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary wiping cloth sanitizer on cook line not at minimum ppm. Operator changed quaternary sanitizer bucket solution. Quaternary sanitizer bucket now at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
95
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bathroom cleaners hanging next to handwash sink in front counter area. Employee removed cleaners and placed in chemical area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
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. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm. Operator discontinued use and was using 3 compartment sink to sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler on cook line . **Warning**
29-49-6
70
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor 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. Observed dish machine at 0ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in French fried onions on cook line. Operator removed handle from product. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on dumpster. Employee closed lid. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
33-16-4
78
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed ware washing machine not dispensing sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink for sanitizing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-06: Observed ware washing machine was not dispensing sanitizer at the time of this callback inspection. Operator set up 3 compartment sink. **Admin Complaint**
16-59-1
90
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
May 16, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 15, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 5 black flying insects in dining room at soda dispensing area. **Warning**
35A-09-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water on floor in dining room at cabinet located next to drink dispenser. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet underneath hand sink across from front counter. **Warning**
29-11-4
78
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs have an ambient 49. Manager put on ice. Explained to manager about adding the shell eggs to the Time as Public Control **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for less than 10 seconds. Explained to employee the importance of handwashing. Employee rewashed hands **Corrected On-Site**
12A-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Manager separated pans **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
70
Aug 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 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
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
70
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 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. Educated Person in charge on clean up procedures and emailed a copy to Person in charge.
11-27-4
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. Educated Person in charge on employee health agreement and emailed Person in charge a copy.
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease over fryer in main kitchen area
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
74
Nov 10, 2022
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. Observed hand washing sink by prep area. Operator placed the paper. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several boxes of potatoes stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.
How does Wendy's compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Wendy's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Wendy's 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's is inspected around four times per year on average.
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