Wilmington Island, Chatham County

Wendy's

7835 E HIGHWAY 80 SAVANNAH, GA 31410

Food
Latest score
92
Mar 9, 2026
City
Wilmington Island
County
Chatham
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Mar 9, 2026

Routine

Score: 923 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ice baffle to have pink slime like build up on it. Observed Ice cream machines to have pink slime like build up and dirty on the dispensing nozzle. Observed soda machine to have debris build up on baffle and nozzle. CA: PIC will burn ice and clean machines. RCA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed employees prepping food with hats on but long hair not restrained beneath it. CA: Employees tied hair back and used hair nets. RCA: Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed dust and debris build up on top of the coffee maker near the take out window. observed surrounding walls and floor to have buildup of debris. CA: PIC shall clean area. RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Sep 9, 2025

Routine

Score: 944 violations

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed leaking from hand washing sink in the main kitchen.

RCA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed reach in portion of sandwich cooler, has a door that does not properly close.

RCA: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment.

  1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule.

  2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed black build along gaskets of reach in coolers. Observed build up on top cover of fry holder. Observed food debris and water accumulation within reach in portion of sandwich cooler.

RCA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed heavy build up on the walls near the hand washing sink in the main kitchen. Observed build up on walls near mop station. Observed build-up surrounding walk-in freezer door on walls and ceilings. Observed debris beneath walk-in freezer shelves.

RCA: Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Mar 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 964 violations

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in dish area leaking when handles are turned off. Observed pipe missing from air gap at three-compartment sink. The missing pipe is leading to water spilling onto the floor before going into the drain. RCA: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed walk-in freezer door unable to close due to bending of the door creating ice build-up in cooler. RCA: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment.

  1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food debris on bottom of reach-in cooler. Observed build-up and old food debris on plate under side of soda dispenser nozzles. RCA: All non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed build-up on floor under shelving and in corners of back storage room. Observed black build-up on walls of back storage room. RCA: All floors, walls and ceilings shall be clean to sight and touch.

Jun 6, 2024

Routine

Score: 972 violations

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink leaking near dish pit. Observed hand sink in drive-thru window to be leaking near p-trap. RCA: A plumber shall be contacted. Plumbing shall remain in good repair.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed old food debris in main sandwich reach-in cooler. Observed build-up under shake machine near back crease. Observed ice build-up on gaskets of walk-in freezer door. RCA: Non-food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Increase cleaning frequency of spaces not frequently seen.

Dec 13, 2023

Routine

Score: 1000 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 1, 2023

Routine

Score: 784 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed all food items within the sandwich cooler to be 43F-52F. Food within the cooler contained TCS products such as sliced tomatoes, mayo, dairy sauces, salads with egg, cheese slices and shredded cheese. Upon further investigation, the door of the reach-in portion of the cooler would not fully close. CA: PIC shall use TPHC and discard all TCS products at 2:30pm. The cooler shall be turned down and the door repaired prior to holding TCS food items within it.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed handsink in drive-thru window area to not have soap or cold water available. Observed handsink in front-service area to not have cold water available. Observed handsink in women's restroom to not have cold water. All hot water available rapidly heats to a temperature that is unsafe to use without having a mixing valve available. RCA: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - Handwashing sinks, Installation (Pf, C) (c) Handwashing Sink Installation.

  1. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - hair restraints (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employees actively prepping food with hats on but long hair not restraint beneath it. CA: Employees tied hair back to prevent from moving in front of their shoulders.

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed sandwich cooler contain a door that would not stay closed causing the unit to not be able to maintain proper temperatures. RCA: Equipment shall remain in good repair and proper order.

Aug 11, 2023

Routine

Score: 797 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed multiple TCS food items (sliced tomatoes, cheese: cheddar, swiss, American, bleu, shredded, pepper jack, mayo) held in prep top/reach-in cooler above 41F. RCA: PIC indicated the unit has to be reset every day. Unit shall not be used to hold food until fully repaired and capable of maintain temperatures of 41F or lower. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - handwashing sinks, installation (pf, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand sink in ware washing area to not have hot water due to the valve being turned off because of a leak. Observed hand sink in front service area to not have cold water and have a hot water temperature that was unsafe to use without mixing. Observed hand sink in front to-go window area to not have cold water and have hot water at an unsafe temperature without mixing. Observed hand washing sink in women's restroom to not have cold water and have a hot water temperature that was unsafe to use without mixing. RCA: 511-6-1.06(2)(c) - Handwashing sinks, Installation (Pf, C) (c) Handwashing Sink Installation.

  1. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Pf

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple boxes of food product stored on floor of walk-in cooler and freezer. Observed buns to be stored on racks without an empty rack on the bottom protecting the contact from the floor. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

  1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed counter employee step behind the line and begin to cook burgers with long hair not restrained. Observed multiple employees prepping food with watches on their wrists. CA: Employee tied hair back and restrained it properly. RCA: 511-6-1.03(5)(i) - Hair Restraints (C) (i) Hair Restraints.

  1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed two pest monitoring devices in reach-in cooler on main make line. Both devices were filled with deceased pests. Observed live roach crawl from same reach-in cooler as door was opened. RCA: Pest control company shall be called to service the facility. 511-6-1.07(2)(k) - Insect Control Devices (C) (k) Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation.

  1. Insect control devices that are used to electrocute or stun flying insects shall be designed to retain the insect within the device.

  2. Insect control devices shall be installed so that:

(i) The devices are not located over a food preparation area; and

(ii) Dead insects and insect fragments are prevented from contact with exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. 511-6-1.07(5)(k) - Controlling Pests (Pf, C)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed gap in flashing of back door near floor allowing an area for pests to enter the facility. RCA: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected.

  1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed old food and other debris in reach-in cooler that was observed to not be operating correctly. Observed mold-like build-up on condenser fans of same reach-in cooler. Observed heavy dust accumulation on top of microwave where the bun trays are held. Observed heavy build-up on top of dishwasher. RCA: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.