Wendy's

4815 E Carefree Hwy Cave, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Wendy's stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Restaurants in Cave Creek average 95, so Wendy's is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: -- Containers of sausage gravy and sausage patties had internal temperatures ranging from 77°F-85°F in the walk-in refrigerator. The person in charge (PIC) stated the items were removed from hot holding table and placed in walk-in to cool around 10:30 AM. Reviewed approved cooling methods with the PIC. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Wendy's compare to other restaurants in Cave Creek?

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

Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's have averaged around zero 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.