Wendy's in Fort Myers
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17348 Park 78 Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33917Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Wendy's in Fort Myers has been emergency-closed twice, most recently on July 15, 2025 for rodent, roach, and fly activity. A prior emergency closure occurred on October 6, 2023 for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 104 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the pattern reveals recurring serious issues: handwashing procedure violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, and toxic substance control violations were cited multiple times. High-priority violations for approved food source, parasite destruction, and shell stock requirements also recurred. The state has taken 3 disciplinary actions resulting in $800 in combined fines. Following the July 15 emergency closure, a callback inspection on July 16 initially showed non-compliance but a subsequent inspection that day documented compliance. The most recent routine inspection on October 22, 2025 was completed with no further action, though it cited 4 violations including approved food source and toxic substance control issues.
Most recent closure: July 15, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Wendy's in Fort Myers: Emergency Closure History (2)
Wendy's in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025052963 | — | Jul 15, 2025 | Orlando | |
| 7--2025037902 | $400.00 | Apr 10, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023056533 | $400.00 | Oct 6, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 7 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 6 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— 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
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Wendy's in Fort Myers under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between July 15, 2025 and July 16, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Wendy's in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Wendy's in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Wendy's in Fort Myers last shut down?
- Wendy's in Fort Myers was last shut down on July 15, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Parasite destruction.
- 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 3.6 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 October 22, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- Yes, Wendy's in Fort Myers has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Wendy's in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's in Fort Myers has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Fort Myers been fined?
- Wendy's in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 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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