Wendy's #372

1307 E Shotwell St, Bainbridge, GA 39817
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Wendy's #372 appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated May 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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 “nonfood-contact surfaces clean”, which has been cited five times.

That's lower than the typical Bainbridge restaurant, which scores around 91. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken nuggets under heat lamp not held at proper hot holding temperature of 135°F or higher. PIC discarded the chicken nuggets.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed employee hand sink located in the back of store leaking. PIC will have sink repaired.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
82
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Repeat Violation: Observed soiled food contact surfaces of Menumaster microwave and Manitowoc automatic ice machine. Observed black mildew/slime inside ice machine. Observed a lot of food debris inside microwave. CFSM will have both pieces of equipment cleaned before they open the facility back up. CFSM began cleaning microwave.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no food service permit posted nor a CFSM certification posted. CFSM will have them posted this morning before opening back up.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of Hoshizaki 1-Door freezer, Menumaster microwave, and Cayenne Unit warmers sitting on counter. Also the shelves in back. CFSM will have everything cleaned today.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed torn seats in dining room area and excessive ice build up in Walk In Freezer Also cove molding separating from the wall in several places in kitchen. CFSM stated that they have seat covers on order. Will have maintenance look at freezer today. Maintenance will also look at cove molding. Will have 7 - 10 days to correct issues.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Mar 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at either handwashing sink used by employees in the kitchen. No hand drying provisions provided. COS: PIC bought rolls of paper towels and put them at the handwashing sinks.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed soiled/dirty food contact surface of automatic ice machine in back kitchen area. Observed soiled food contact surface of Menumaster microwave. PIC will have them both cleaned today. Do not serve ice to customers.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surface of Hoshizaki freezer, coolers, shelves, etc. General cleaning needed. PIC will have everything cleaned within three to five days.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled walls & floors under and behind cookers, warmers, freezers, shelves, and drive thru area. Observed several torn seats in dining room area. Also observed soiled windows. Floors and walls will be cleaned within three to five days. Torn seats will be addressed with upper management.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Oct 1, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered food (chicken filets, French toast sticks, and chicken) in the Hoshizaki freezer. FOS: PIC covered all items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no permit displayed or posted and no inspection report posted. Also, no CFSM certificate posted. COS: PIC posted all the items.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of rolling carts, inside of prep coolers, inside of warmers, Henny Penny units, etc. PIC will have everything cleaned within three to five days.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Observed a strong sewer smell in the back kitchen area by the ice machine. CFSM will contact general manager and owner concerning the smell today. CFSM will also contact their plumber today.
511-6-1.06(4)(d)
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Mar 14, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed soiled food contact surface of Toastmaster microwave with build up of food debris. Observed also microwave rusting on the inside food contact surface. Rust along the door on the inside and not easily cleanable or in good repair. Will have microwave replaced within two to three weeks.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of rolling carts and inside Hoshicaki upright freezer with a build up of debris on the bottom and soiled shelves throughout area, etc. Will have shelves and equipment cleaned within five to seven days.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed debris under and behind equipment, shelves, drink machine at drive thru area, shelves throughout and under fryers, warmers, coolers, and freezers. Will have floors cleaned with five to seven days.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1D - time as a public health control: procedures and records (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS (Temperature Controlled for Safety) foods not marked as directed when using (TPH) time as a public health control. Items included cut lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Wendy's is to mark containers set out using TPHC with proper dates and 4 hours of hold time then discard. COS: CFSM corrected all TCS foods using TPHC.
511-6-1.04(6)(i)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soiled nonfood contact surfaces of shelves, coolers, equipment, fryers, etc. Will have equipment and shelves cleaned within five to seven days.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's #372 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's #372 on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's #372?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Wendy's #372.

How does Wendy's #372 compare to other restaurants in Bainbridge?

Wendy's #372 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Bainbridge average of 91.

Has Wendy's #372's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's #372 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 #372 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 #372 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's #372 is inspected around three times per year on average.