Wendy's

727 S Cooper Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85233
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Wendy's has been inspected seven times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 27, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

“Cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Among Gilbert restaurants, the typical score is 96; Wendy's is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2026
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: *THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Ambient temperature of the walk in cooler was 45-47F. The freezer door was opened to cool down the unit. PIC is currently working with maintenance to repair the unit
4-301.11
90
Feb 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee in the cookline area handled raw chicken item to drop into the fryer; then handled broom and dustpan; then went to put on gloves and handle clean utensils at the cookline without washing hands. The employee was asked to wash hands and did so. Ensure that employees wash hands after engaging in activities that may contaminate hands and when changing tasks
2-301.14
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
Inspector notes: No hot water available at handwash sink next to the 3 compartment sink and the front handwashing sink (water temperature was 76-77F). PIC stated that sinks would be scheduled for repair. A HANDWASHING SINK shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 38oC (100oF) through a mixing valve or combination faucet
5-202.12(A)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: *SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Ambient temperature of the walk in cooler was 48-49F. The freezer door was opened to cool down the unit. (Food items directly below the fan was 43-44F) PIC called maintenance to repair the unit
4-301.11
70
Jul 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler at 46*F using min/max thermometer. Person in charge took ambient temperature at 5:30 am and it was 33*F. Person in charge opened freezer door to cool down. Person in charge called maintenance and they arrived during inspection
4-301.11
90
Mar 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's?

Across the inspection record, “cooling, heating, and holding capacities-equipment” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's.

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

Wendy's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gilbert average of 96.

Has Wendy's inspection record improved over time?

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