Wendys

850 Manton Ave, Providence, RI 02909

American

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jul 15, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Wendys is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 15, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near seven.

The pattern that stands out is food-contact surfaces, which has been cited one time.

By comparison, the average Providence facility scores 80, putting Wendys on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm. Establishment to sanitize using 3 bay sink until dishwash has been serviced.

4-501.114

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the 1 door freezer unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry after use.

6-501.16

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Several cases of food items were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. PIC relocated items.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cooler units have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and/or other debris.

4-602.13

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 7 violations

Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cheese on prep line was observed not marked with disposal time. PIC placed label with date/disposal time during inspection.

3-501.19

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

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the dishwash area was lacking paper towels. PIC provided during inspection.

6-301.12

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH Cener for food protection.

2-102.12

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: Hand wash sink in the men's bathroom is lacking proper signage.

6-301.14

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Two heat lamps were observed not functioning at the time of inspection. PIC replaced during inspection.

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -gaskets on cold hold unit at rear of cook line -hoods over fry station.

4-601.11(B)

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered, side door was observed open during inspection. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Staff closed dumpster during inspection.

5-501.113

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendys on file is from Jul 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendys?

Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Wendys.

How does Wendys compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Wendys most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.

Has Wendys's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Wendys have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around seven per visit.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Wendys 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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