Wendy's
5100 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210 · Permanent Food Service · License 5105986
What drove the grade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 21 routine inspection1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 1 basic-3
- Safety score97
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitJul 21, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
2 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Observed the manager rinse a rag on their hand sink twice. Reviewed with the manager on the sinks proper use.
Fixed on the spot
Basic1
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures.
Observed dust buildup on their walk in cooler fan covers.
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Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.