Wendy's

1501 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33610

American

Last inspected: Sep 15, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Wendy's three times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 15, 2023. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. The most recent inspection at Wendy's is from Sep 15, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Wendy's trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 15, 2023

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed drink machine in dining room area leaking onto the floor.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.

08B-39-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink near 3 compartment sink

29-11-4

Basic - Ceiling in disrepair near back kitchen office. Water leaking on the floor.

36-36-4

Mar 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dining room self service soda machine back plate and Ketchup pump in dining area.

22-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of rust substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen area and underneath cooking equipment

36-73-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area

36-17-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in-cooler gaskets torn

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Jul 25, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in-freezer near back door.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of reach-in-freezer by back door bottom shelf soiled with food debris

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters in open container on top of coffee maker. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Sep 15, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.

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

Wendy's most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Wendy's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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