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Wendy's

4331 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293
American
Last inspected: Jul 29, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Wendy's has 11 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 29, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “quaternary ammonium sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader Venice restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed raw cases mold-like substance in ice chute of soda machine.
22-20-5
95
Mar 10, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed American cheese at cooks line at 50F cold holding and chocolate shake mix at front counter in frosty machine at 51F. Employee voluntarily disposed of both item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed American cheese at cooks line at 50F cold holding and chocolate shake mix at front counter in frosty machine at 51F. Employee voluntarily disposed of both item. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning**
11-05-4
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 - 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. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster and management responsibilities. DBPR HR Form 5030-165 **Warning**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. **Warning**
53A-14-4
50
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink quaternary sanitizer at 000 parts per million. Observed operator change sink to chlorine sanitizer and test at 50 parts per million. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed colony ants on wall next to shake machine and on shake machine. Observed operator clean machine and wall. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-09-4
74
Jul 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottle on counter by chili warmer in prep area. Observed operator remove chemical spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tile in storage room next to front counter with signs of water damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some vents in dining area with dust and mold-like substance on them.
36-34-5
78
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed quat sanitizer at 000 parts per million. Observed operator adjust hose on sanitizer solution bag and refill sink to proper sanitizer level of 200 parts per million. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered or inverted. Observed operator invert coffee filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Jul 29, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's?

Across the inspection record, “quaternary ammonium sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.

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

Wendy's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 79.

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 four times per year on average.

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