Wendys

20975 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33189

American

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Wendys has nine inspections in the public record. On Feb 2, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Wendys is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn throughout the establishment. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled at the walk in freezer.

36-34-5

Aug 27, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a opened cup with sanitizer stored on preparation table above clean cups and next to plastic containers with topping for the ice cream. Manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic and metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting across from the 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn throughout the kitchen area.

14-11-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed metal drawers soiled by grease behind the front line. Employee cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 27, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided form to manager. **Warning**

11-26-1

Mar 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front line observed butter spread (50 F - Cold Holding), as per manager for just 30 minutes. Employee added ice to the container to rapidly cool. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Oct 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer gasket torn.

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendys last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendys on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendys?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendys.

How does Wendys compare to other restaurants in Miami?

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

Has Wendys' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Wendys have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendys 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 Wendys inspected?

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

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