Wendy's

1601 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota, FL 34239

American

Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Wendy's appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 17, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Wendy's is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 17, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in both walk in freezers.

14-69-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan cover.

36-50-4

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used

FL-45

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Nov 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in reachin freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Odor in bathrooms and in triple sink areas.

36-64-5

Aug 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Dec 12, 2022

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum on mop sink outside back door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

29-42-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed hotel pan with raw eggs stored over Cut onions in Walkin cooler. **Warning**

08A-05-6

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. Unable to observe employee training records. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean food pans wet nesting stacked together on storage rack. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

24-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor and shelves in Walkin Freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open. **Warning**

33-16-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in Reachin Cooler under grill on cook line. **Warning**

29-49-6

Oct 24, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Sep 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked corner of tile inside Walkin Cooler . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: **Time Extended**

36-17-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.

How does Wendy's compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Wendy's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's have averaged around two 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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