Wendy's in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
6049 S Military Trail, Lake Worth, FL 33463Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
The Wendy's location in Lake Worth was emergency-closed on March 5, 2026 for roach and fly activity. The facility's inspection record spans 25 inspections from August 2023 through March 2026, documenting 49 total violations—an average of 1.96 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, high-priority violations dominate the record: employee health reporting violations appeared in 7 of the 8 most recent inspections, and shell stock requirement violations appeared in 4 consecutive inspections between January and August 2025, indicating systemic management issues around seafood handling and sick worker protocols. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Emergency closure callback compliance inspection on March 6, 2026 found no violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: March 5, 2026 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026016950 | $800.00 | Mar 5, 2026 | Tampa | |
| 2--2024049801 | $200.00 | Jul 26, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Lake Worth last inspected?
- Wendy's in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Wendy's in Lake Worth last shut down?
- Wendy's in Lake Worth was last shut down on March 5, 2026 for 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 Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's in Lake Worth are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Lake Worth had?
- Wendy's in Lake Worth has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Lake Worth find?
- Wendy's in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, Wendy's in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Wendy's in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's in Lake Worth has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Lake Worth been fined?
- Wendy's in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 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).
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.
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