Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
18
Last inspection
August 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 5
Wendy's currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 7, 2026 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 18 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
August 7, 2026
- Date
- August 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 18
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 22, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Wendy's has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and November 2023. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Wendy's's latest score: 18
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wendy's's current NYC health grade?
Wendy's does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Wendy's last inspected?
Wendy's was last inspected on August 7, 2026.
What was Wendy's's latest inspection score?
Wendy's's latest inspection score was 18 points.
How many violations did Wendy's have in its latest inspection?
Wendy's had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Wendy's located?
Wendy's is located at 40-09 21st Street in Queens, NY 11101.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50143757
Last updated: August 18, 2026