Wendys in Wauchula

Last inspected:

1440 N Us 17, Wauchula, FL 33873

Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wendy's 8590 in Wauchula has documented 108 violations across 22 inspections dating to at least 2016, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Handwashing violations were cited in multiple recent inspections, including as a high-priority finding in December 2025, July 2025, and April 2025. Chemical storage violations (high-priority) appeared in five recent inspections spanning April through December 2025. Employee health reporting violations (high-priority) were documented in August 2024 and January 2024. A fire safety violation on April 16, 2025 noted a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 found 16 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
108Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Wendys in Wauchula: Comparison to Hardee County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Hardee County Avg 6.63 violations / inspection 6.63 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hardee County Avg 0.39 closures / facility 0.39 county average

Wendys in Wauchula: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in the red next to hand washing sink in the kitchen.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Electrical panels blocked by boxes at back area.For reporting purposes only.

Wendys in Wauchula: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 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

— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— 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
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— 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

Wendys in Wauchula: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendys in Wauchula last inspected?
Wendys 8590 in Wauchula was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Wendys in Wauchula?
The most frequently cited violations at Wendys 8590 in Wauchula are: Clean multi-use utensils, Parasite destruction, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Wendys in Wauchula had?
Wendys 8590 in Wauchula has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Wendys in Wauchula find?
Wendys 8590 in Wauchula was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Wendys in Wauchula ever been shut down?
No, Wendys 8590 in Wauchula has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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.
Has Wendys in Wauchula had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Wendys 8590 in Wauchula has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Wendys in Wauchula operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Wendy's Properties (2020).

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