Wendy's in Lehigh Acres
Last inspected:
2501 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 100 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 2.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity and has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Employee health reporting violations account for 19 of the total citations, while chemical storage and sewage disposal issues represent the remaining top compliance concerns. Recent inspections from late 2024 through March 2026 show consistent compliance patterns with minimal violations per visit.
Most recent closure: September 24, 2024 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres: Emergency Closure History (1)
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024055859 | $800.00 | Sep 24, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2024051654 | $200.00 | Jul 29, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 9 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 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
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 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
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Wendy's in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Wendy's in Lehigh Acres last shut down?
- Wendy's in Lehigh Acres was last shut down on September 24, 2024 for 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 Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's in Lehigh Acres are: Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Lehigh Acres had?
- Wendy's in Lehigh Acres has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Lehigh Acres find?
- Wendy's in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
- Yes, Wendy's in Lehigh Acres has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Wendy's in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wendy's in Lehigh Acres has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Wendy's in Lehigh Acres been fined?
- Wendy's in Lehigh Acres 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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