Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers

1022 John Sims Pkwy, Niceville, FL 32578
American
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 11 inspections at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers stretching back to 2022. On Feb 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

The pattern that stands out is “heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer and on and around door”, which has been cited three times.

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers' latest score of 100 sits above the Niceville average of 97. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Courtney Joye- employed a year, MOD, no CFM.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Make bar- sliced tomato 60F, shredded cheese 62F, shredded lettuce 61F ( held on time- 1:38-5:38).
03F-10-5
Basic - Heavy Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and on and around door.
14-69-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door in disrepair on sides and bottom.
14-11-5
58
May 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine Sanitizer bucket 200 + ( Dark Black ) on test strip. Corrected to 100 ppm chlorine during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Mop sink area floor . Standing water mopped up during the inspection . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
82
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Area around mop sink and ware washing station. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
90
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Second line upright reach in cooler sliced cheese 52/53/53F Per Manager less than 4 hrs. Cheese moved to secondary cooler . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 4-5 small flying insects observed in proximity of mop sink and rear storage area. **Warning**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter / Drive Thru hand wash sink **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tiles missing in entrance foyer and above kitchen triple sink .
36-36-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Second line upright reach in cooler
14-74-7
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Area next to mop sink
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under triple sink **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
55
Jan 11, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Dec 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Aug 1, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area. Two flying insects observed in kitchen and ware wash area.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface exposed to active water leak . Ware wash area preparation table top.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ware wash area hand wash sink Water 79F after prolonged running Hot water handle in disrepair **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer. Door frame **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Food stored in close proximity to dripping water from ceiling leak. Panned raw bacon located on preparation table under active ceiling leak . No cross contamination observed at time of the inspection. Preparation table moved away from the leak at request of the inspector. Operator advised to clean and sanitize the food contact surfaces of the preparation table. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-52-4
Basic - Active leak observed dripping from ware wash area Florescent light. Dripping leak contacting preparation table located under the light fixture. Table relocated during the inspection. No cross contamination observed with food at time of the inspection. Discussion conducted with shift leader and staff reference importance of not allowing leaking water from ceiling to contact food , food contact surfaces and/ or the ware wash process. Supervisor Wiggins and D6DDM Monroe notified . **Warning**
36-32-5
55

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers?

Across the inspection record, “heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer and on and around door” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers.

How does Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers compare to other restaurants in Niceville?

Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Niceville average of 97.

Has Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers 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 Old Fashioned Hamburgers inspected?

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