Wendy's

2755 W Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Medium Risk Grade: C

Going back to 2024, Wendy's has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

That's lower than the typical Tempe restaurant, which scores around 95. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee with contaminated raw meat hands dip hand into container of quat sanitizer for 1 second and then proceed to touch clean equipment and directly work with open French Fries to fryer basket. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). Employee was directed to hand wash appropriately. Dipping hands into sanitizer solution for 1 second does not substitute the need for hand washing. ======Employee not washing hands often enough during food preparation to prevent cross contamination.Employee not washing hands between working with raw food and RTE food

2-301.14

Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed mop sink with avb with hose attached to chemical dispensar. Hot water was left on. Notified Person In Charge (PIC). PIC disconnected chemical hose from mop sink. ====Referring to design, construction, and installation, a plumbing system shall be designed, constructed, and installed according to law

5-202.11(A)

Aug 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Toxic materials not properly labeled (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Two chemicals item in spray bottles at the front counter area without label or labeled incorrectly. PIC stated that all chemicals would be properly labeled. Ensure that toxic materials are properly labeled

7-101.11

May 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 8, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Portable fan being used for air circulation has a heavy accumulation of dust adhering to the grilles. The fan was taken out of service to be cleaned later

4-602.13

Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There was a cell phone siting on the ledge above the raw meat station. The phone was moved. Storage of employee possessions was discussed with the person in charge. Personal belongings can contaminate food, food equipment, and food preparation surfaces and consequently must be stored in properly designated areas

6-501.110

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

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

Wendy's most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

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 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.

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