Wendy's in Avon Park
Last inspected:
411 Us Hwy 27 S, Avon Park, FL 33825Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park has accumulated 142 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. Food contact surfaces and proper ventilation have been the most frequently cited issues. The facility received two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines, with the largest penalty at $400. Recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 show a pattern of warning dispositions followed by compliance callbacks, including a warning issued in December 2025 that was corrected within two weeks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Wendy's in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Wendy's in Avon Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021017892 | $400.00 | Mar 23, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019036781 | $200.00 | May 31, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Wendy's in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Avon Park last inspected?
- Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Avon Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Toxic substance control.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Avon Park had?
- Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Avon Park find?
- Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park was most recently inspected on August 3, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Avon Park ever been shut down?
- No, Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- What does Florida violation V45 (Floor maintenance) mean?
- Violation 45 (Floor maintenance) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/45.
- Has Wendy's in Avon Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Avon Park been fined?
- Wendy's 3838 in Avon Park has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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