Wendy's
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Wendy's has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Wendy's was last inspected on Mar 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up five times.
Restaurants in Estero average 82, so Wendy's trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed vent missing on air duct near 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen soiled/stained.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn/damaged on reach in freezer next to the fryer station.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer/cooler vent guards soiled, operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
78
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at Hand wash sink next to the cash register. Operator replaced towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling vent missing. Observed ceiling vent tile missing next to 3 compartment sink.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled through out the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor of the walk in freezer by the French fries. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to ice machine and throughout the kitchen.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on the floor from the rusted water heater retention pan. **Repeat Violation**
29-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor near the 3 compartment sink and outside the men's bathroom door. Observed cone outside the men's bathroom indicating wet floor.
36-22-4
64
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the interior of the ice machine bin. Operator cleaned ice machine while inspection was continuing. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the floor of the walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on the walk in cooler shelves. operator showed me replacement shelves that need to be assembled. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled near 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from the bottom of water heater, noticeable rusting on the bottom of the tank.
29-03-4
78
Apr 14, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled in the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves wasted in the stand up cooler next to the ice machine.
14-33-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the kitchen area.
36-27-5
82
Jan 27, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on interior bin of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed grease like substance on ceiling tiles and vents. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed grease droplets on front of hood on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-63-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
82
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior with black mold like substance on plastic chute. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with grease like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
14-17-4
86
Sep 7, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
95
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of spray degreaser stored with clean service ware. Informed operator of chemical bottle in the location described. Operator moved bottle to proper location. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Educated operator as to employee observations of touched face and glasses without washing hands afterwards. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance in interior of ice bin. Lid of ice machine was removed, asked operator about the door said it was broken. Placed lid back on ice machine, **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vents in kitchen area. Spoke with manager on duty. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing wrist band while preparing food. Spoke with manager on duty. **Corrective Action Taken**
13-07-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.
How does Wendy's compare to other restaurants in Estero?
Wendy's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.
Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's 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 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 three times per year on average.
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