Wendy's
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
82
Score
Wendy's has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 4, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Wendy's latest score is in line with the Fort Myers average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
82
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
86
Jul 15, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on fan covers in walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed cracked gaskets in reach in freezer next to oven. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on fire suppression system over fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-15: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Jul 11, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
32
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Sep 14, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wearing clean gloves, touch uniform then build sandwich without changing gloves. Discussed proper glove usage with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tile in hallway to bathrooms outside kitchen doors. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on computer monitor by fry station. Buildup of food debris above fryer heat lamp.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
74
Aug 21, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Jun 26, 2023
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 12, 2023
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent outside walk-in cooler with buildup of dust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans on wire rack above three compartment sink wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-12: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
90
May 11, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken nuggets under heat lamp at 110F. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of detergent on counter next to plastic single use to go containers. Operator removed bottle from counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3-5 small flies above hand washing sink by front counter land on non food contact surfaces such as signage and wall above sink. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes in reach in cooler by drive through window at 55F. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent outside walk-in cooler with buildup of dust. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans on wire rack above three compartment sink wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of fries and chicken nuggets stored on floor of walk-in freezer. **Warning**
08B-38-4
47
Dec 27, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cut tomatoes in walk-in cooler cut 24 hours ago no date mark. **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen area by rear exit door.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in dining area with staining. Operator has replacement tiles in dining area and is in process of replacing them. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans above three compartment sink on wire rack wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed accumulation of grease dripping off hood system above fryer.
36-68-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris buildup on top of beverage machine.
23-03-4
64
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of grill cleaner on top of microwave oven by bags of buns next to three compartment sink. Operator removed spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef in walk-in cooler prepared yesterday no date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on wire shelf above three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed light covers by hood system with buildup of dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator had lid closed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.
How does Wendy's compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Wendy's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Wendy's have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the 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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