Wendy's Properties

11720 N 56 St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617
American
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Wendy's Properties, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“Ice buildup on door frame in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Among Temple Terrace restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the ceiling vents.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup on door frame in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up in between the fryers and the hot holding unit for the fries.
23-03-4
86
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust and a mold like substance on the ceiling vents near the prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the back of the dispenser being soiled with soda debris build up.
23-03-4
90
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Emailed operator a copy of procedures. Operator printed and posted procedures. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a black mold-like substance on the ceiling vents in the back dishwashing area and in the front dining area. Observed dust on the vents near the ice machine.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup on the door frame of the walk-in freezer. Manager stated that a work order has been put in. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy. Operator printed and posted poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
74
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
47
Dec 14, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes/cell phone and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used phone and place in his back pocket. He then began using fryer utensils without hand washing. Manager discussed with employee who then washed his hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris on floor of walk in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on outer part of freezer door. Manager states a ticket has been submitted for repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed to one sleeve of go container tops on floor in dry storage area. Manager removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-17-4
74
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed several cases of soda syrup inside crate not 6 inches off the floor. Manager had employee turn crate over and replaced syrup, six inches above floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed a small amount of ice buildup on freezer floor and around door. Manager states that a work order has been placed for repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-69-4
90
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed two live flying insects. One located near mop sink and one located new drive through window.
35A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two soda machines in customer lobby with white crusty substance and black substance around the nozzles.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Debris observed on top area of unit.
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash around the dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris build up inside of oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris on shelving racks located in walk in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food storage containers on floor in storage room.
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Food debris located on wall in walk in cooler. Employee cleaned wall. **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed rear hand sink leaking through faucet.
29-11-4
50
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. 5 shell eggs.
01B-14-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Old food debris in microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in hand wash sink.
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Water in between dishes on dry rack.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in front of dish machine.
36-22-4
70
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the hand sink. Manager restocked the paper towels. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans stored on top of each other wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed lemonade stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed labels on clean dish pans.
16-46-4
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's Properties last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's Properties on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup on door frame in walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wendy's Properties.

How does Wendy's Properties compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Wendy's Properties most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Temple Terrace average of 87.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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