Wendy's in Merritt Island
Last inspected:
10 W Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island has accumulated 158 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility was shut down once in January 2024 for sewage backup. Proper ventilation and food contact surface defects are the most frequently cited violations. The facility has faced no disciplinary actions or fines.
Most recent closure: January 16, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wendy's in Merritt Island: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Wendy's in Merritt Island: Emergency Closure History (1)
Wendy's in Merritt Island: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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
— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Wendy's in Merritt Island: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wendy's in Merritt Island last inspected?
- Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Wendy's in Merritt Island last shut down?
- Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island was last shut down on January 16, 2024 for sewage back up. 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 Merritt Island?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Wendy's in Merritt Island had?
- Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in Merritt Island find?
- Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Wendy's in Merritt Island ever been shut down?
- Yes, Wendy's 1737 in Merritt Island has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- 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.
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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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