Wendy's (Hwy 53)

659 Hwy 53, Calhoun, GA 30701

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Wendy's (Hwy 53) stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 6, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Nonfood-contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Calhoun restaurants, the typical score is 83; Wendy's (Hwy 53) is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed opened half and half container without proper date marking, PIC unsure of when half and half was opened. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared or opened and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked for a maximum of 7 days. COS: Half and half container was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed exterior of ice machine lid soiled with brown debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: Employee assigned to clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Aug 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 26, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed multiple flies throughout kitchen during inspection. Corrective Action: pest control will come out.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed walk-in freezer fan covers soiled with dust accumulation. Corrective Action: employee assigned to clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Sep 13, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 4 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chili base and beans in steam well that was not turned on. Chili reading 52F, per discussion with CFSM and time documentation chili was within time parameters. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, steam well was turned on to allow chili to cook.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed kids meal milk bottle stored at cooler with use by date of 9/6 and inspection performed on 9/13. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, milk bottle was discarded. Discussed implementing FIFO method.

511-6-1.04(8)(b)

10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several bags of raw beef patties with use by date of 9/12 and inspection performed on 9/13. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, CFSM discarded raw beef patties. Discussed implementing FIFO.

511-6-1.04(8)(b)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed gaskets on multiple coolers soiled. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency of gaskets to prevent soil accumulation.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's (Hwy 53) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's (Hwy 53) on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's (Hwy 53)?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wendy's (Hwy 53).

How does Wendy's (Hwy 53) compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?

Wendy's (Hwy 53) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Calhoun average of 83.

Has Wendy's (Hwy 53)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's (Hwy 53) have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's (Hwy 53) means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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