Wendy's in Bradenton
Last inspected:
5420 Manatee Ave, Bradenton, FL 34209Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Wendy's location in Bradenton has recorded 21 inspections with 85 combined violations, averaging 4.0 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. High-priority violations have been infrequent overall, but a significant cluster appeared on July 31, 2023, when inspectors documented employee health policy violations, employee health reporting violations, improper chemical storage, and toxic substance control issues alongside food contact surface violations. Food contact surface violations have been the most recurring finding, cited across multiple inspections including the most recent on November 7, 2025. Fire safety violations involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone were documented in 2017 and again in 2018, marking a repeat violation. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 7, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Wendy's in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016023854 | $200.00 | May 2, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Bradenton last inspected?
- Wendy's in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 7, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Bradenton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's in Bradenton are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Bradenton had?
- Wendy's in Bradenton has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Bradenton find?
- Wendy's in Bradenton was most recently inspected on November 7, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Bradenton ever been shut down?
- No, Wendy's in Bradenton 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 V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
- Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
- Has Wendy's in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Wendy's in Bradenton has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Wendy's in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's in Bradenton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Bradenton been fined?
- Wendy's in Bradenton has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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