PUNTA GORDA, Charlotte County

WENDY'S

9301 KNIGHTS DR, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
4 Basic
Jan 21, 2026
City
PUNTA GORDA
County
Charlotte
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
16

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 21, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

23-24-4

Detail 24315858

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed interior of handle soiled at Walk in Freezer door. Operator cleaned the door handle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 24315859

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer inoperable. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 24315860

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris underneath the shelves at Walk in Freezer. Operator cleaned the floor. Corrected On-Site

36-36-4

Detail 24315857

Basic - Vent tile chipped. Observed gap in the ceiling vent due to chipped vent. Repeat Violation

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

14-11-5

Detail 24023496

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed drive thru steam table inoperable. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 24023494

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken nuggets on the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator removed the food item off the floor. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 24023495

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. Repeat Violation

Jun 20, 2025

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 3Total: 3

23-24-4

Detail 23833561

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23833562

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed inoperable steam table at drive thru steam table. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23833563

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. Repeat Violation

Mar 14, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

08A-02-6

Detail 23631623

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed open bag of raw chicken over cooked sausage at Reach in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 23631625

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at exterior hose bibb at back entrance of the kitchen. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 23631624

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler and freezer behind the door handles soiled. Repeat Violation

Sep 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

03A-02-5

Detail 23169172

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef 55F due to cold holding unit not plugged in by accident. Operator removed the beef and placed in Walk in Cooler to cool to 41F or below. Corrective Action Taken

29-34-4

Detail 23169169

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at back exterior hose Bibb. Educated the operator. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 23169171

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on back of walk in cooler handle.

13-04-4

Detail 23169170

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard at Make Table. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23169174

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed no gasket at Walk in Cooler door. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23169173

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at bottom of Reach in Freezer. Repeat Violation

Mar 25, 2024

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

29-42-4

Detail 22747121

High Priority - Vacuum breaker at the wrong location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker at the wrong location of splitter. Educated the operator. Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 22747123

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb at exterior back door of establishment. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 22747120

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at ware washing area and frontline handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sinks. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

29-28-4

Detail 22747117

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed date of 01/19/23. According to the manufacturer label, cartridge needs to be replaced every 12 months.

13-04-4

Detail 22747118

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cookline. Educated the operator.

14-11-5

Detail 22747125

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed missing gasket at Walk in Cooler.

14-69-4

Detail 22747119

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at Reach in Freezer. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22747124

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at prep area. Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 22747122

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers with old labels at dish shelf above 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the old labels and washed, rinsed, and sanitized the containers. Corrected On-Site

Feb 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 6

29-34-4

Detail 22673415

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at exterior back of establishment next to the entrance door. Repeat Violation

29-42-4

Detail 22673414

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker at wrong location on mop sink. Educated the operator. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 22673418

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by box of romaine lettuce next to 3 compartment sink. Operator removed the box. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 22673413

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at the handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 22673416

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease/debris buildup behind Deep Fryers and underneath shelves at interior Walk in Freezer. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22673417

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave at prep area. Repeat Violation

Oct 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Basic: 2Total: 6

01B-02-5

Detail 22387370

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chili 122F at front counter steam table. Operator discarded the food item.

03B-01-6

Detail 22387374

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chili 122F at front counter steam table. Operator discarded the food item.

29-42-4

Detail 22387369

High Priority - Vacuum breaker in wrong location at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation

29-34-4

Detail 22387371

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at multiple exterior hose bibbs at back of establishment.

13-03-4

Detail 22387372

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees at cookline. Educated the operator.

14-69-4

Detail 22387373

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

Jul 19, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 5Total: 5

32-05-4

Detail 22130785

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. No AC in restrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: Observed in the process of being repaired. Time Extended

36-37-5

Detail 22130784

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: The establishment in the process of conducting repairs. Time Extended

36-36-4

Detail 22130783

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing throughout establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: The establishment in the process of repairs. Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 22130787

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout establishments. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: Observed ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout establishments. Time Extended

38-01-4

Detail 22130786

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields covered by plastic. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-19: The establishment in the process of renovating. Time Extended

May 16, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

03A-02-5

Detail 21999888

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburgers (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator placed raw hamburgers on ice. Corrective Action Taken

11-27-4

Detail 21999890

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104. Corrective Action Taken

32-05-4

Detail 21999886

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. No AC in restrooms.

36-37-5

Detail 21999889

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.

36-36-4

Detail 21999887

Basic - Ceiling tile missing throughout establishment.

36-32-5

Detail 21999892

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout establishments.

14-74-7

Detail 21999885

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler maintaining at 44F the GM open walk-in freezer door to get temperature down to 41F. Corrective Action Taken

38-01-4

Detail 21999891

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields covered by plastic.

Jun 22, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 5

29-42-4

Detail 22075998

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker at the wrong location on the splitter. Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 22075995

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at prep area.

32-05-4

Detail 22075996

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed no air conditioner in both restrooms. Repeat Violation

36-37-5

Detail 22075997

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat Violation

36-36-4

Detail 22075999

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed throughout the establishment. Repeat Violation

Jan 12, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 6

29-34-4

Detail 21695187

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at exterior of establishment next to back door entrance.

29-42-4

Detail 21695186

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 21695183

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple scrubbers for cleaning grill at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21695188

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at prep area. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 21695184

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave oven at prep area. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. Corrected On-Site

22-16-4

Detail 21695185

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed by ware washing area.

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

29-42-4

Detail 21322578

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

31A-09-4

Detail 21322568

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cart in front of the ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the cart to allow clear access to the handwash sink.

53A-05-6

Detail 21322575

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager in Charge: Natalie Brown.

36-73-4

Detail 21322571

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed by mop sink underneath shelf.

08B-38-4

Detail 21322573

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a tray of buns on the floor next to soda boxes. Operator removed the food item off the floor. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 21322576

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer interior door.

Feb 7, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

08A-05-6

Detail 20840567

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over burritos. Operator removed the raw product to the proper safe location. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 20840565

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. Corrected On-Site

25-05-4

Detail 20840564

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filter at wait station exposed to contaminants. Operator placed in container with lid. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 20840566

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container at wait station. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Oct 7, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

08A-11-5

Detail 20569648

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw shell eggs over bottle water at Reach in Cooler. Operator removed the raw shell eggs to a proper and safe location. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 20569650

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

25-05-4

Detail 20569651

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters open to contaminants at front counter next to frosty machine. Operator placed in a plastic bag. Corrected On-Site

02D-01-5

Detail 20569649

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at sugar container at front counter next to frosty machine. Operator labeled the food item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Aug 13, 2021

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.