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Wendy's

A°Cutting Edge

727 S Cooper Rd, Gilbert 85233

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-37505

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

88
Good

Gilbert restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Oct 27, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 18, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 4, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 21, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 1, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 2, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 25, 2026 — Routine — score 60 (2 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)Feb 26, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 27, 2026 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Feb 27, 2026Re-InspectioncleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

Feb 26, 2026Re-Inspection1 foundationB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

*THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Ambient temperature of the walk in cooler was 45-47F. The freezer door was opened to cool down the unit. PIC is currently working with maintenance to repair the unit. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.

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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

Feb 25, 2026Routine2 priority2 foundationC

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#8 — Hands Clean and Properly WashedPriority2-301.14

Inspector's notes

Employee in the cookline area handled raw chicken item to drop into the fryer; then handled broom and dustpan; then went to put on gloves and handle clean utensils at the cookline without washing hands. The employee was asked to wash hands and did so. Ensure that employees wash hands after engaging in activities that may contaminate hands and when changing tasks. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-202.12

Inspector's notes

No hot water available at handwash sink next to the 3 compartment sink and the front handwashing sink (water temperature was 76-77F). PIC stated that sinks would be scheduled for repair. A HANDWASHING SINK shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 38oC (100oF) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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5-202.12 (A) - Priority Foundation: Handwashing Sinks, Installation. Proper temperature, Mixing Faucet. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Cut lettuce items, chili meat, corn, spring mix, and blue cheese-45-49F in the walk in cooler. PIC stated that the lettuce items had been delivered three hours prior and opened the freezer door to rapidly cool. PIC discarded all other items-see embargo form. Chicken, frosty mix, cheese items, and ground beef were 43-44F in the walk in cooler. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under §3-501.19, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be maintained: At 5ºC (41ºF) or less. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

*SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION* Ambient temperature of the walk in cooler was 48-49F. The freezer door was opened to cool down the unit. (Food items directly below the fan was 43-44F) PIC called maintenance to repair the unit. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below.

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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

2025

Jul 2, 2025Re-Inspection1 priorityall corrected on siteB°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked diced chicken, raw beef, cheese sauce, chili meat, chopped eggs, and salad ranging from 48*F to 55*F in the walk-in cooler. Ambient temperature was 46*F using min/max thermometer. Ambient temperature of walk-in was 33*F using min/max thermometer at 5:30 am according to temperature log. Person in charge opened the walk-in freezer door to rapid cool. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

Jul 1, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked diced chicken, raw beef, cheese sauce, chili meat, chopped eggs, and salad ranging from 48*F to 55*F in the walk-in cooler. Ambient temperature was 46*F using min/max thermometer. Ambient temperature of walk-in was 33*F using min/max thermometer at 5:30 am according to temperature log. Person in charge opened the walk-in freezer door to rapid cool. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed walk-in cooler at 46*F using min/max thermometer. Person in charge took ambient temperature at 5:30 am and it was 33*F. Person in charge opened freezer door to cool down. Person in charge called maintenance and they arrived during inspection. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. ===RE-INSPECTION: 7/2/25

Mar 21, 2025RoutinecleanA+

No violations noted at time of inspectionPredefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: This establishment is enrolled in the Maricopa County Environmental Services Cutting Edge Program and is on the Cutting Edge of food safety.

2024

Sep 4, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Recommended getting a new dome grate for the 3-compartment sink drain.

Apr 18, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed and receivedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:??Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or??Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form atthe below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Brooke B.

2023

Oct 27, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, and 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed and discussed: hot holding procedures; handwashing procedure; chemical storage procedures. Emailed and printed copy of inspection report to the establishment.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) topermittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure youreceive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:??Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report toreview, or??Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-servicerestaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail foodmarkets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request?Form-181Award: A,Signer: Melissa Rose

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →