Wendy Rest

6898 Bird Rd, Miami, FL 331553708
American
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Wendy Rest appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Wendy Rest is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up inside walk in freezer on door hinges.
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer located next to fry station with soiled interior. Operator wiped down. **Corrected On-Site**
22-16-4
90
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside walk in freezer on door hinges.
14-69-4
95
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
82
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on cleaned containers stacked at the drain boards by 3 compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on door at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
86
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine at 0ppm. Managers primed line and attempted repairing machine during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Basic - Floor area covered with standing water. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
82
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy Rest last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy Rest on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy Rest?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy Rest.

How does Wendy Rest compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Wendy Rest most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Wendy Rest's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy Rest have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Wendy Rest inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy Rest is inspected around three times per year on average.