Wendy's 1719
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
78
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Wendy's 1719 stretching back to 2022. Wendy's 1719 was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, showing up five times.
Compared to the broader Miami Gardens restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. On the outside next to the back door.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scissors, spatulas on hand sink located at the ware washing area. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
78
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Outside, floor. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
95
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Sep 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed walk in cooler shelves with food debris and fan cover with accumulated dust. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed meat well lid with a cracked container. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
67
Jan 16, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white cheese (47F - Cold Holding) stored on the prep line for less than 2 hours, placed items under ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
33-15-4
Basic - Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer in front of the 3 compartment sink and walk-in freezer outside.
14-69-4
78
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Mar 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By the back door: wet mop stored on the wringer of the mop bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Walk in cooler: employee open bottle of water stored a shelf nearby frosty mix. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
86
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed cutting boards are soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles are soiled. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dining room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dining room. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed ice build up in the freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Kitchen floor areas, and under cooking equipments are soiled/has accumulation of debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed kitchen floor areas, and under cooking equipments are soiled/has accumulation of debris **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets, condiment containers are soiled, exterior of grill, and handwash sinks, soda machines are soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed all reach in cooler gaskets, condiment containers are soiled, exterior of grill, and handwash sinks, soda machines are **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water draining onto floor and in buckets. Observed in the dining room area.. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: At time of call back inspection observed water draining onto floor, and in a container by ice machine (ice tea area). **Time Extended**
29-03-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wendy's 1719 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wendy's 1719 on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wendy's 1719?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Wendy's 1719.
How does Wendy's 1719 compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?
Wendy's 1719 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Gardens average of 80.
Has Wendy's 1719's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wendy's 1719 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 1719 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's 1719 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wendy's 1719 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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