Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466

1450 Ne Miami Gardens Dr, Miami, FL 33179

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 9, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Observed floor area in kitchen area covered” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 9, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.

14-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation and food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation**

38-07-4

Basic - Observed Floor area in kitchen area covered with standing water **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Water draining onto plastic container from condensing unit in reach in cooler (drink station). **Repeat Violation**

29-03-4

Jul 23, 2025

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Reach-in freezer racks with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface from walk in cooler condensing unit. Manager removed all food in area in order to prevent contamination.

29-03-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Lights in dry storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Repeat Violation**

38-07-4

Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with buildup food debris and hood filters soiled with buildup grease.

23-03-4

Dec 17, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.

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High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.

03A-03-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.

38-07-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.

14-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on kitchen equipment.

23-03-4

Basic - Observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair and not properly closing. Located in in waiter/ drink station.

14-10-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.

29-19-4

Jul 8, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Jan 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located next to stove. Chef moved to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-03-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen equipment soiled with accumulated grease buildup.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located in kitchen area.

22-16-4

Basic - Standing water with very slow draining water in handwash sink in kitchen area. Manager provided work order. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-20-5

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed various meat thawing in standing water. Manager moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

06-01-5

Jul 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice stored in hand washing sink. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area.

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen equipment soiled with grease buildup and reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in server station.

29-49-6

Feb 14, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located in kitchen area.

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulated debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Aug 1, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of ibuprofen being stored on prep shelf next to dishes and food. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-07-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 98°F and located on prep table. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of flat grill.

29-49-6

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink soiled.

36-27-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Located throughout kitchen and warewash.

36-22-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466?

Across the inspection record, “observed floor area in kitchen area covered” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466.

How does Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 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 of Miami Gardens 7466 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Denny's of Miami Gardens 7466 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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