Wendy's in Fort Myers

Last inspected:

14491 Palm Beach Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33905

Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wendy's in Fort Myers has been inspected 29 times since 2016, accumulating 92 violations—an average of 3.2 per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Parasite destruction violations appear repeatedly across inspections, cited in at least 6 separate inspections including the most recent complaint inspection on December 11, 2025. Chemical storage violations and food contact surface violations also recur. Fire safety violations were documented on three occasions: marked exits blocked by carts in 2025, 2017, and electrical wiring in disrepair observed in 2024. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 was completed with no further action, though it cited parasite destruction violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
92Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Wendy's in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 3.2 violations / inspection 3.2 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

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

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed cart blocking rear fire exit door next to walk in cooler. Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed lights flickering over cook's line. Operator has work order in place. **Corrective Action Taken**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked by rolling cart and boxes. For reporting purposes only.

Wendy's in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 4 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 5 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Wendy's in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's in Fort Myers last inspected?
Wendy's in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Fort Myers?
The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's in Fort Myers are: Toxic substance control, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Wendy's in Fort Myers had?
Wendy's in Fort Myers has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Fort Myers find?
Wendy's in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Wendy's in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
No, Wendy's in Fort Myers 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 V46 (No smoking signs) mean?
Violation 46 (No smoking signs) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/46.
Has Wendy's in Fort Myers had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Wendy's in Fort Myers has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Wendy's in Fort Myers operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Wendys Old Fashioned Hamburger (2017).

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