A97.5

WENDYS #50

11640 PROVIDENCE RD, Charlotte, NC 28277

Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060013434

Latest gradeA (97.5)

Last inspectedOct 14, 2026

Inspections on record34

On record sinceAug 15, 2013

Score history

Aug 15, 2013Higher is betterOct 14, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 14, 2026 A 97.5 · 3 violations

#13 · Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated −1

Corrected during inspection

3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf - Observed several bbq sauces in box with damaged packaging. CDI, staff inspected damaged bbq sauce packaging and voluntarily discarded packages.

#18 · Proper cooking time & temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-401.11 Cook raw animal foods to required temperatures. Do not interrupt the cooking process without approved procedures. -P - Observed spicy chicken cooked to 154 degrees F. CDI, chicken placed back in to continue cooking to 188 degrees F.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.110 Keep waste stored in receptacles so waste is inaccessible to insects and rodents. Observed dumpster door left open.

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Apr 14, 2026 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#40 · Personal cleanliness

2-303.11 Remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. A plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. Observed food prep employee wearing jewelry and watch.

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −1

Repeat violation

4-903.11 (A) Store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed some metal pans wet stacked. Repeat.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed some debris accumulating on floor and wall area as well as ice buildup in outdoor walk in freezer shelving and door area.

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Jul 7, 2025 A 96 · 6 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwashing sign in men’s restroom. CDI, handwashing sign provided.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized −1.5

Corrected during inspection

4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -P - Observed quat sanitizer testing 0ppm at 3 comparing sink and container. CDI, operator contacted EcoLab to calibrate dispenser. Operator manually mixed sanitizer and provided sanitizer at correct concentration while on site and will do so until unit calibrated. EcoLab expected to arrive today. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed shredded cheese, blue cheese cold held above 41 degrees F. See temperature observation chart. Operator stated items recently placed in unit and relocated to cool. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed a fly near 3 compartment sink.

#44 · Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried & handled −0.5

4-901.11(A) Air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. Observed some metal pans wet stacked above 3 compartment sink.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed sanitizer dispenser not calibrated to provide correct concentration.

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Mar 3, 2025 A 97 · 4 violations

#9 · No bare hand contact with RTE foods or pre- approved alternate procedure properly followed −2

3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment. -P Observed employee touch customer french fries with bare hands while placing into paper bag for customer order. Order was served via take out window before EHS could intervene. EHS and PIC discussed employees donning gloves while preparing customer french fries going forward. Observed PIC touch lettuce with bare hands while lifting container out of prep unit. Lettuce was voluntarily discarded. EHS will follow up to ensure employees begin to properly don gloves gloves going forward. 72 hour VR. 2 pts. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training video at the following web link: Handwashing and No Barehand Contact https://youtu.be/BH6CLGrH10M

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels available at handsink during inspection. CDI - Employee stocked with napkins. 0 pts.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean

4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris at bottom of RIF during inspection. More frequent or thorough cleaning needed to preclude pest harborage. 0 pts.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

Repeat violation

6-101.11/6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Floors shall be non-absorbent in areas subject to moisture. 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed low grout lines and cracked floor tiles all throughout kitchen area during inspection. Repair or replacement necessary. Repeat. 1 pt.

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Jul 17, 2024 A 99 · 4 violations

#40 · Personal cleanliness −0.5

2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. Observed PIC not donning hair restraint during inspection. Ensure all food handlers wear hair restraints.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Corrected during inspection

5-202.14 Prevent backflow or back siphonage prevention devices installed shall meet American Society of Sanitary Engineering standards. -P Observed can wash area with only an atmospheric breaker with a spray nozzle attached at the running end of the hose. Backflow prevention device graded for continuous pressure must be installed if the nozzle is to remain attached. CDI - PIC removed spray nozzle.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed dumpster with no drain plug, stuffed with plastic instead. Acquisition of proper plug necessary.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

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Jan 22, 2024 A 98.5 · 3 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible −1

Corrected during inspection

5-205.11 (B) A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing Pf. Observed plastic pitcher filled with water being stored in hand sink. CDI: Item was removed.

#41 · Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Corrected during inspection

3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed wiping cloths being held in 0ppm quat. CDI: Bucket was changed, new concentration is 200ppm

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

Repeat violation

REPEAT 4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up of food debris inside bottom of reach in freezer and one door reach in cooler. Clean as needed.

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Aug 2, 2023 A 95.5 · details not yet loaded