Wendys

120 Broad St, Pawtucket, RI 02860

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Wendys has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Pawtucket average 87, so Wendys trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 20, 2026

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Dish machine was observed in poor repair (out of service prior to inspection). Establishment to use 3 bay sink to wash, rinse and sanitize all dishes.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep sink basin juncture at top was observed in poor repair. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Kitchen hood vents above grill area was observed with an accumulation of grease and soil residue. The physical facilities to be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Establishment does not have an individual with Rhode Island Manager Certified In Food Safety license. Multiple individuals have accredited manager food safety certificate. Application provided during time of inspection. Establishment to register.

2-102.12(A)

Jan 7, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels. Paper towels were added at the time of inspection.

6-301.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floor grout by the mop sink area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Dec 11, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk in refrigeration unit is freezing on the condenser. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen area is in poor repair. There are areas of low grout and broken tiles that must be repaired. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendys on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendys?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendys.

How does Wendys compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?

Wendys most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Pawtucket average of 87.

Has Wendys' inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendys 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 Wendys inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendys is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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