Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
1049 W Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Wendy's location in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 23 times since 2016, recording 52 total violations and no emergency closures. The facility averages 2.3 violations per inspection, well below the statewide average of 5.2. Recent inspection activity shows significant improvement: the most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 found zero violations, and 4 of the last 7 inspections resulted in no violations. A fire safety violation documented in 2015 involved a marked exit blocked by rolling racks. The facility's most recent inspection 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.
Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026045940 | $200.00 | May 6, 2026 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on September 22, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Wendy's #01938 in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Lauderdale operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Wendys Old Fash Hmbgr 148-1938 (2015).
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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