Denny's
Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025
100
Score
Across the available record, Denny's has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up five times.
Compared to the broader Daytona Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
11
Inspections
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Inspection History
Jul 25, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -portioned cooked beef 41F at bottom, 45F at top in area loaded above recommended fill line. Manager removed top portion and returnee to cooler, stated recently loaded line -whipped butter 62F inside bottom of salad cooler on cook line **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -whipped butter 62F inside salad cooler showing 60F ambient temperature **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up packaged food without washing hands. -server dropped off soiled dishes, manager instructed employee to wash hands after discussion **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw poultry stored above raw pork sausage inside walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
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. -0ppm, manager ran machine numerous times and attempted priming sanitizer -manager had employee set up 3 compartment sink for manual ware washing, stated calling service technician **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -server line out front
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -air vent in back area near dish machine
36-34-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. -ac condensation dripping down to server area causing sanitary nuisance **Warning**
28-02-4
Basic - Food stored under dripping water/condensation line from air conditioning unit. -salt shaker/pouch of icing in server area out front under dripping condensation from air conditioning unit -dripping condensation inside bottom section of cooler across from stove **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-52-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of equipment on cook line area
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. -portion cups on tray with food debris **Corrected On-Site**
25-17-4
30
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw fish removed from commercial packaging stored above french fries inside vertical single door freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -sausage gravy
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -sausage gravy 108-120F inside steam well in double pan/boiler set up. Manager stated placed on like 4-5 hours ago, see stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -next to 3 compartment sink **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink faucet
29-11-4
Basic - Significant Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -burners at stove, backsplash behind stove -
23-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -on cookline
36-17-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -lining underneath grease bucket on cookline
14-45-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
36-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
41
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing/inadequate in server station near lobby. -area out front where ice is scooped for beverages - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -near mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -out front in server/expo area -dry storage near light - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in ice cream freezer. Ice build up in reach in cooler on cookline - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's restroom - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters above fryers - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
70
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -cut melon 47F, sliced tomatoes 47F, pancake batter 58F after 4 hours inside 2 door cooler in back., see stop sale. **Warning**
03D-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-38-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -American sliced cheese 47F, cheddar 46F, dairy based beverage mix 50F from overnight inside 2 door cooler near warewahing area, see stop sale. -butter 44-45F out front -pico de gallo 47F on cookline in top section loaded prior day, see stop sale. -pasteurized eggs in bag 50F, sausage crumbles 52F, diced ham 49F on cookline under grill, . Employee stated less than 2 hours, moved to nearby cooer **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -butter scoops
10-05-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -rebecca, expired 8/3
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing/inadequate in server station near lobby. -area out front where ice is scooped for beverages
31A-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -near mop sink
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -out front in server/expo area -dry storage near light
36-32-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -meter room -mop sink area
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in ice cream freezer. Ice build up in reach in cooler on cookline
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters above fryers
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -out front near ice cream chest freezer
29-49-6
26
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks/chipped areas and is no longer cleanable. -on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -water heater room - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
90
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. -raw bacon stored above raw beef steaks served under consumer advisory. Advised person in charge that steaks under consumer advisory would not be cooked to minimum cook temperatures for raw pork(145F).
08A-16-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not functioning. -cook-line hand sink **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slight stains on cutting board at makeline cooler
22-02-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -water heater room
36-24-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -leak from water heater on wall
29-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dust accumulation on air vents put front above cooler in server area
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks/chipped areas and is no longer cleanable. -on cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. -canned tomato sauce wet from dripping water from leak
08B-52-4
45
Sep 18, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -box of bagged chocolate chips contaminated by apparent broken shell egg visible on floor underneath box. Manager discarded.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -shell eggs stored above dairy/vegetables inside cooler across from grill **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee washing dishes handled soiled dishes prior to touching clean plates without washing hands
12A-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -splitter located above y connection. Must be installed on side of splitter that has connection point to threaded side for hose.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pre portioned cooked beef, resting above recommended fill line from equipment manufacturer with a range of 28F at bottom to 52F at top side. Manager removed top layer to cool down, stated from prep less than 2 hrs prior **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. -door thermometer on unit near ware washing area. Advised to add ambient thermometer. Manager stated coming in next order
05-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -rebecca
53B-14-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -constant drip from ceiling in front of ice machine near floor drain, causing standing water. Manager had employee mop up **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -dry storage -walk in cooler under shelf -walk in freezer, ice cream on floor **Corrective Action Taken**
36-73-4
Basic - Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground.
28-24-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -ice cream chest freezer -slight ice build up inside walk in
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. a¿¿129F, manager replaced
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -cook line **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -area behind fryers on surfaces, surrounding utility lines at fry station -surface area above nozzles in juice dispenser
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact surface. -soiled cardboard lining area near fryers
14-45-4
25
Jun 7, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
43
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Cleanable and Properly Maintained
FL-49
41
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -behind ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -dry storage **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Denny's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Denny's on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Denny's?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Denny's.
How does Denny's compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Denny's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Daytona Beach average of 72.
Has Denny's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Denny's have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Denny's 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 Denny's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Denny's is inspected around four times per year on average.
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