Wendy's # 4198
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
82
Score
Wendy's # 4198 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. On Dec 16, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Personal cleanliness” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Wendy's # 4198 scores about where you'd expect for a Madison restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: Observed containers and tea bucket stored in the vegetables/produce sink and on the drained board. Ensure vegetable sink is only used for vegetable and fruit.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed low concentration of sanitizer in the wiping cloth buckets located in the griddle area. The concentration was below 100ppm. CA: ensure the sanitizer concentration is between 150ppm and 400ppm. COS: Wiping cloth sanitizer buckets were replaced during the inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Current inspection report was not posted.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
82
Jun 11, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several food items not covered or resealed properly. The milkshake mix was not covered. French toast stored in the reach-in cooler is not covered. A slab of frozen chicken was not properly resealed after last use. Corrective action: Packed and unpacked food, food stored shall be covered or resealed properly unless they are actively cooling. COS: All concerned food was covered or discarded during the inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food workers/handlers with rings with stones and bracelets. No more than a plain wedding band on hands and wrists.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food workers/handlers without a haor restraint as required. Visor, cap, hairnets are allowed.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed pans stored on the shelf above the 3-compartment sink, stacking wet. Ensure they (pans, utensils, equipment) are properly air dried before stacking them.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
82
May 5, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed food employees with nails length greater than a fingertip.
511-6-1.03(5)(f)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employees wearing watches. Nothing more than a plain ring allows on the hand and wrist. Corrected on-site: watches were removed.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employees without hair restraints- visors, caps, and hairnets are allowed. COS: Hairnets were distributed, and food employees wore them during the inspection.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pans above 3-compartment sink on clean dish shelf stacked wet. Allow to fully air drying before stacking them
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: observed condensation in the walking freezer in the back room and reach-in freezer in the main kitchen.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: The pans above the 3-compartment sink on the clean dish shelf are not in good repair they have a buildup of food residue.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles above the bulk ice machine in the back and walking freezer area are in poor repair.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles above the bulk ice machine in the back and walking freezer area are in poor repair.
64
Feb 13, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food employee observed wearing a watch. Nothing more than a plain ring allows on hand and wrist. Corrected on-site: watch was removed.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food employees observed without proper hair restraint. Hairnets, cap or other full-head covering are allowed. Corrected on-site: food employee wears a hairnet.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pans above 3-compartment sink on clean dish shelf not in good repair: burn and have a buildup of food residue. Corrected on site: they were discarded.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pans above 3-compartment sink on clean dish shelf not in good repair: burn and have a buildup of food residue. Corrected on site: they were discarded.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles above bulk ice machine in the back in poor repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's # 4198 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's # 4198 on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's # 4198?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's # 4198.
How does Wendy's # 4198 compare to other restaurants in Madison?
Wendy's # 4198 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Madison average of 82.
Has Wendy's # 4198's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's # 4198 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 # 4198 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 # 4198 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's # 4198 is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants