Dennys
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
90
Score
Dennys has been inspected 10 times since 2022. On Dec 12, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Paper towel dispenser” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Due to batteries issues
31B-05-4
90
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-20: Still observed **Time Extended**
14-17-4
95
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chorizo (63F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding)in cold holding drawers underneath of cook line for more than 4 hours as per operator. Also observed hot holding box mashed potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); sausage (112F - Hot Holding) for more than 4 hours as per operator. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chorizo (63F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding)in cold holding drawers underneath of cook line for more than 4 hours as per operator. Also observed raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cheese (59F - Cold Holding); ham (58F - Cold Holding); Beef (62F - Cold Holding);underneath of cook line for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator replaced the food items in another cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot holding box mashed potatoes (110F - Hot Holding); sausage (112F - Hot Holding) for more than 4 hours as per operator. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on the wall at dishwasher machine area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On hand sink located at the end of the cook line. Paper towel was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Microwave interior rusted located at the beverage station. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawers reach in cooler unable to keep the food items under 41°F. Food items storage chorizo (63F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (60F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); cheese (59F - Cold Holding); ham (58F - Cold Holding); Beef (62F - Cold Holding);underneath of cook line for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator replaced the food items in another cold holding unit. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Behind the reach cooler at the cook line. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside yellow bucket. **Warning**
42-01-4
27
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (117F - Hot Holding); Mac n Chz(122F - Hot Holding) in hot holding box for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed 6 employees working at the same time with no food manager certificate present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Due to batteries issues.
31B-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located at the front line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensils in hot water at 84°F. Operator placed on the stove. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covered, hand sink soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By hand sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
45
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Sep 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By dishwasher machine area.
36-36-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At the preparation line located at the front station.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
86
Mar 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler drawer sausage (58°F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster emailed to operator.
11-27-4
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. Food Employee Reporting Agreement emailed to operator. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
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. Employee name Herold.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Located at the dishwasher area.
36-36-4
61
Oct 1, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dennys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dennys on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dennys?
Across the inspection record, “paper towel dispenser” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dennys.
How does Dennys compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Dennys most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Dennys' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dennys have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dennys 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 Dennys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dennys is inspected around three times per year on average.
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