Wendy's

1072 Bear Creek Blvd, Hampton, GA 30228

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show five inspections at Wendy's stretching back to 2024. On Feb 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around four violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “personal cleanliness”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 92, which Wendy's 74 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Team member observed wearing painted artificial nails and jewelry. PIC corrected on site by advising the employee to wash hands and wear gloves.

511-6-1.03(5)(f)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed a container of three cheese blend that expired on 02/3/2026. PIC discarded the container of cheese located in the walk in cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed rust build up on shelves in the walk in cooler.

511-6-1.05(1)(i)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed prewrapped burgers stored above the food preparation area. Pre-made burgers were left by employees for consumption. PIC discarded two burgers and one chicken sandwich.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Aug 13, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 1 violation

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed a box of single use cups stored on the floor.PIC was advised that all food and food contact surfaces must be stored 6 inches above the floor.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed coffee filters not properly protected from contamination. The coffee filters were stored exposed on top of the coffee machine. PIC removed and covered coffee filters. PIC will ensure that coffee filters are properly protected from contamination.

511-6-1.05(10)(e)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed mold like build up beneath clear caulking in the three compartment sink area. PIC advised that mold like substance must be removed, sanitized, and recalked by 2/25/25. Observed the catch pan missing from the grill area. Grease is being drained into a bucket with a plastic liner and discarded in the trash. PIC advised that grease must be properly disposed into a grease receptacle. When cleaning the grill with water, the water can be disposed into a trash bag and dumped. PIC will add a catch pan by 2/25/25.

511-6-1.05(2)(h)

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Team member observed wearing painted artificial nails and jewelry

511-6-1.03(5)(f)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Several flies observed in the dishwashing area. PIC will contact pest control and monitor the opening and closing of the drive thru window.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Feb 19, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Quat sanitizer observed at 100 ppm in wiping cloth containers

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Build up observed on the wall next to the hot water heater in the mop sink area

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Vent covers contained build up throughout the kitchen area. Severe dust build up observed on ceiling tile in the food preparation areas.

511-6-1.05(2)(n)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Several dead bugs (ants and water bugs) observed in a bucket in the storage room next to the dumpster. Boxes of clean cups are being stored in the same storage room. PIC advised to remove and relocate clean cups.

511-6-1.07(5)(l)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's?

Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.

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

Wendy's most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Hampton average of 92.

Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Wendy's have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the 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.

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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