WENDY'S

WENDY'S in FORT MYERS has 8 health inspections on record with an overall food safety rating of 3.9/5. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 3 months ago · 8 reports on file

14491 Palm Beach Boulevard
Fort Myers, Florida, 33905
Riverdale
Lee County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.9/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

12/11/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 13590634

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 13-07-4:Basic - Observed: Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wear a watch while preparing food on cook’s line. Priority: Basic
  • 46-01-4:Observed: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed scooter blocking rear exit door marked as an exit. Operator moved scooter. Repeat Violation Priority: Reporting

12/8/2025· 3mo ago

Visit ID: 13470687

Met Inspection Standards

1 high

  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle with cleaning agent on prep table across from three compartment sink. Operator removed from table. Corrected On-Site
  • 46-01-4:Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed cart blocking rear fire exit door next to walk in cooler. Operator removed cart. Corrected On-Site

7/23/2025· 7mo ago

Visit ID: 10929241

Met Inspection Standards

3 basic

  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a cloth bracelet on wrist while preparing food.
  • 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting on shelf above three compartment sink.
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed cracked gaskets in reach in freezer on cook's line.

1/22/2025· 1y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 10759468

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

9/5/2024· 1y 6mo ago

Visit ID: 8880829

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

7/16/2024· 1y 7mo ago

Visit ID: 8780721

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 2 basic

  • 29-18-4:Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed floor drain cover missing under three compartment sink. Per operator cover is on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of grease on hood system by fryers.
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed melted cheese at 92F in heat well for less than 1 hour. Operator reheated to 191F Corrected On-Site
  • 47-03-4:Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed lights flickering over cook's line. Operator has work order in place. **Corrective Action Taken**

12/7/2023· 2y 3mo ago

Visit ID: 8567508

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 4 basic

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed pink mold like substance inside ice machine.
  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen queso and chili base thawing in prep sink at room temperature. Operator turned on cold water over items. Corrected On-Site
  • 08B-17-4:Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed whole tomatoes over sliced ready to eat tomatoes. Operator moved sliced tomatoes above unwashed produce. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves without washing hands and begin preparing ready to eat sandwich. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

9/15/2023· 2y 5mo ago

Visit ID: 8379665

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 1 int, 3 basic

  • 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food on cook's line. Repeat Violation
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food debris under shelf in walk-in freezer.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf in dry storage closet next to front counter with buildup of dry sauce.
  • 12A-17-4:High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for less than 10 seconds at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Discussed proper hand washing techniques with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink in men's bathroom handicap stall. Operator refilled during inspection. Corrected On-Site