Florida Wendy's Closes After Insects Found in Cinnamon Buns

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Fast food fans in Florida know there’s no shortage of quick, cheap eats. With many fast food chains offering value meals for under $5, there’s always an option when you’re craving something fast and affordable. But one popular chain hit a bump in the road recently—a Wendy’s location in Miami was temporarily shut down after a state health inspection uncovered some serious issues.

What You Should Know About Wendy's in Florida

Wendy’s has been around since 1969, known for its fresh, never-frozen square burgers. It’s a fast food staple with over 521 locations across Florida, many of which are franchised. The Miami location that faced the inspection trouble is at 13901 S Dixie Highway, and while it holds a 3.9-star rating on Google, it seems not all customers are thrilled with their experience.

So, What Went Wrong During the Inspection?

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation conducted a routine inspection on September 3, 2024, and found six violations at this Wendy’s location. Some were basic, like rust found in the ice machine, a broken door on the walk-in freezer, and dust gathering behind the monitors. They also noted that the sanitizing solution wasn’t up to the right strength.

But things took a turn for the worse with the high-priority violations. Inspectors found dozens of flying insects buzzing around different areas of the restaurant, and if that wasn’t bad enough, they also discovered a live insect inside a box of cinnamon buns. That last discovery led to a stop-sale order for the buns.

With these problems stacking up, it wasn’t a shock that the restaurant was temporarily shut down.

The Good News: They’ve Cleaned Up and Reopened

The closure didn’t last long, though. After a follow-up inspection on September 4, 2024, all violations had been cleared up. The restaurant met the health inspection standards and was given the green light to reopen.

So, if you’re in the mood for a Frosty or one of those square burgers, the Wendy’s on S Dixie Highway is back in business—just hopefully with a lot fewer bugs this time!