Wendy's 591 in Lakeland
Last inspected:
3545 Lakeland Highlands Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Wendy's 591 in Lakeland has received 22 inspections between March 2023 and February 2026, recording 49 total violations—an average of 2.2 violations per inspection, significantly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced no emergency closures. Recent inspections show variable citation patterns: the August 2025 inspection documented six violations including handwashing procedures, approved food source issues, and food contact surface violations; the March 2025 inspection cited improper cooking temperatures and lack of consumer advisory; and multiple inspections from 2023 through 2024 identified toxic substance control violations. The most recent inspection on February 10, 2026 resulted in no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's 591 in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Wendy's 591 in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 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.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Wendy's 591 in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's 591 in Lakeland last inspected?
- Wendy's 591 in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Wendy's 591 in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 591 in Lakeland are: Toxic substance control, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's 591 in Lakeland had?
- Wendy's 591 in Lakeland has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's 591 in Lakeland find?
- Wendy's 591 in Lakeland was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's 591 in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Wendy's 591 in Lakeland 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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