Dennys
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
90
Score
Dennys appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to the broader Miami Gardens restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored next to cleaned plate located underneath of preparation table, across the cook line. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
90
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter (50F - Cold Holding) stored by the server station for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Operator placed item to walk in freezer and took out new tub. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter scoop stored in water at 117F at front line. Employee removed container to wash rinse and sanitize. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets under warmer soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in the kitchen soiled.
36-34-5
70
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-13: Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed macaroni and cheese (47F - Cold Holding); beef brisket (48F - Cold Holding); hollandaish sauce (49F - Cold Holding); boiled potatoes (57F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler by the fryers for more than 24 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed macaroni and cheese (47F - Cold Holding); beef brisket (48F - Cold Holding); hollandaish sauce (49F - Cold Holding); boiled potatoes (57F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler by the fryers for more than 24 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gaskets soiled in the reach in cooler. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior in the kitchen with food debris. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn, throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
14-11-5
61
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee picking up slice tomatoes and placing inside a container and placed on the cook line with no gloves on. Stop sale was issued.
09-01-4
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed a cracked egg in a container. All raw shelled eggs were discarded.
01B-14-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee picking up slice tomatoes and placing inside a container and placed on the cook line with no gloves on. Stop sale was issued.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet cream (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (45F - Cold Holding) at the front counter reach in cooler 3 hours before inspection. Advise operator to place items under ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
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 grits (133F - Hot Holding)stored on the steam table, operator reheated items to grits (183F - Reheating). **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the pancake reach in cooler and reach in cooler under the stove. Operator cleaned out. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed reach in freezer with ice build up next to the walk in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor of the kitchen.
36-22-4
41
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Observed Leroy Mccrow 1/25/2017 with an expired certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: At the time of callback inspection no manager food handle certificate for Leroy mccrow. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-05: Observed Leroy Mccrow 1/25/2017 with an expired certificate. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
90
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Observed Leroy Mccrow 1/25/2017 with an expired certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-02: At the time of callback inspection no manager food handle certificate for Leroy mccrow. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
90
Aug 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cantaloupe (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F - Cold Holding); lettuce mix (56F - Cold Holding); spinach (56F - Cold Holding) out for more than 4 hours located in the front line server station. Observed whole grain rice (64F - Cold Holding); corn (62F - Cold Holding); veggie burgers (56F - Cold Holding); turkey (54F - Cold Holding); ham (53F - Cold Holding); hash browns (57F - Cold Holding); salmon (59F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (58F - Cold Holding); steak (62F - Cold Holding); beef (52F - Cold Holding); pork chorizo (51F - Cold Holding); turkey bacon (51F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (54F - Cold Holding) out for more than 4hours located in the kitchen reach in cooler. Operator discard all items. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cantaloupe (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F - Cold Holding); lettuce mix (56F - Cold Holding); spinach (56F - Cold Holding); whole grain rice (64F - Cold Holding); corn (62F - Cold Holding); veggie burgers (56F - Cold Holding); turkey (54F - Cold Holding); ham (53F - Cold Holding); hash browns (57F - Cold Holding); salmon (59F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (58F - Cold Holding); steak (62F - Cold Holding); beef (52F - Cold Holding); pork chorizo (51F - Cold Holding); turkey bacon (51F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (54F - Cold Holding) out for more than 4hours. Operator discarded items. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket on top of prep table. Operator placed on the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork sausage (100F - Hot Holding); in the kitchen warmer for less than 4 hours. Operator reheated items to the correct temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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. Emailed form, operator printed out. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
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/. Observed Leroy Mccrow 1/25/2017 with an expired certificate. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Observe employee names Zafar Mehdi, Solomon Garcia, Anitria brown, George Morten, Waleed khan, Dayjah Peele with more than 60 days of being hired with no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Emailed form, operator printed and signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser next to 3 compartment sink not working properly. **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in the kitchen unable to keep food temperature under 41F, whole grain rice (64F - Cold Holding); corn (62F - Cold Holding); veggie burgers (56F - Cold Holding); turkey (54F - Cold Holding); ham (53F - Cold Holding); hash browns (57F - Cold Holding); salmon (59F - Cold Holding); chicken breast (58F - Cold Holding); steak (62F - Cold Holding); beef (52F - Cold Holding); pork chorizo (51F - Cold Holding); turkey bacon (51F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (54F - Cold Holding. Observed front line server station fridge unable to keep food under 41F cantaloupe (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (56F - Cold Holding); lettuce mix (56F - Cold Holding); spinach (56F - Cold Holding). Operator called technician during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Reach in Freezer in front of the ice machine with rusted shelves. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in front of the cook line. **Warning**
29-49-6
29
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Observed food mangers certifications are expired. Manager Lisa Symonette (date unknown), and Manager Leroy Mccrow 01/25/17**Warning** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-25: At time of call back inspection observed food mangers certifications are expired. Manager Lisa Symonette (date unknown), and Manager Leroy Mccrow 01/25/17 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: At time of call back inspection observed food mangers certifications are expired. Manager Lisa Symonette (date unknown), and Manager Leroy Mccrow 01/25/17. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: At time of call back inspection observed food mangers certifications are expired. Manager Lisa Symonette (date unknown), and Manager Leroy Mccrow 01/25/17. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-25: At time of call back inspection observed cutting boards are soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: At time of call back inspection observed cutting boards are soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: At time of call back inspection observed cutting boards are soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall by walk in cooler is soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-25: At time of call back inspection observed wall by the walk in cooler is soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: At time of call back inspection observed walls throughout the establishment is soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-31: At time of call back inspection observed wall throughout the establishment in kitchen, and storage areas are soiled. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
78
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dennys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dennys on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dennys?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dennys.
How does Dennys compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?
Dennys most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Gardens average of 80.
Has Dennys' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dennys have averaged around four 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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