Wendy's in West Palm Beach

Last inspected:

1376 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Part of: Wendys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has accumulated 90 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 2.6 per visit. The facility briefly operated as Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers in 2017, when inspectors documented three fire safety violations including exposed electrical wiring, a locked exit door, and a blocked fire exit. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recent inspections from 2024 through March 2026 show recurring violations in single-use items, hand washing procedures, and ventilation, with a warning issued in March 2026 for four violations including two high-priority citations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

35Inspections
90Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Wendy's in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 2.6 violations / inspection 2.6 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Wendy's in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2019026077 $400.00 May 1, 2019 Miami (Doral)
2--2019012393 $200.00 Feb 25, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Wendy's in West Palm Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.electrical outlet for grill under hood in back room in disrepair. All wires exposed.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

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

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back fire exit door blocked by roll rack of bread and plastic tray
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.

Wendy's in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— 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

V03 Employee health reporting
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 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

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control
— 6 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V23 Chemical properly stored
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction
V23 Chemical properly stored
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— 7 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections22 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance
V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V38 Waste properly disposed
V41 Toilet facilities

Wendy's in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's in West Palm Beach last inspected?
Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Wendy's in West Palm Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach are: Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Wendy's in West Palm Beach had?
Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Wendy's in West Palm Beach find?
Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Wendy's in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
No, Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Wendy's in West Palm Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Wendy's in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Wendy's in West Palm Beach been fined?
Wendy's 1944 in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Wendy's in West Palm Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Wendys Old Fashioned Hamburgers (2017-2017).

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