Wendy's in Bradenton

Last inspected:

8220 Tourist Center Rd, Bradenton, FL 34201

Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wendy's in Bradenton has 24 inspections on record between July 2022 and November 2025, documenting 97 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averaged 4.0 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appeared in 5 of 24 inspections, including improper cooking temperatures, time as a control measure, parasite destruction, shell stock handling, and food condition issues. Food contact surface violations were cited repeatedly across multiple inspections in 2024. Fire safety violations documented exposed and deteriorated electrical wiring in 2017 and 2019. The most recent inspection on November 14, 2025 was completed with no further action required, with 2 basic violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
97Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Wendy's in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Wendy's in Bradenton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed exposed electrical wiring at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-04-24: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Faceplate on Power outlet on East side of building falling off. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-07-05: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Faceplate on Power outlet on East side of building falling off.

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Faceplate on Power outlet on East side of building falling off.

Wendy's in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

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 14, 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, Parasite destruction.
How many health inspections has Wendy's in Bradenton had?
Wendy's in Bradenton has had 24 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 14, 2025 with 1 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 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.
Has Wendy's in Bradenton had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Wendy's in Bradenton has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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