Wendy's in Arcadia

Last inspected:

2719 Sw Hwy 70, Arcadia, FL 34266

Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia has 25 inspections on record dating back several years, with 104 total violations averaging 4.2 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Handwashing procedure violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, including in September 2025, April 2025, and December 2024, representing a recurring concern. Chemical storage violations also appeared multiple times in 2025. The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026 found 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

26Inspections
106Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Wendy's in Arcadia: Comparison to DeSoto County Averages

This Facility 4.1 violations / inspection 4.1 violations per inspection
DeSoto County Avg 5.45 violations / inspection 5.45 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
DeSoto County Avg 0.28 closures / facility 0.28 county average

Wendy's in Arcadia: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Wendy's in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's in Arcadia last inspected?
Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Arcadia?
The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia are: Clean multi-use utensils, Parasite destruction, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Wendy's in Arcadia had?
Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Arcadia find?
Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia was most recently inspected on July 13, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Wendy's in Arcadia ever been shut down?
No, Wendy's 9253 in Arcadia has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

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