Denny's
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
86
Score
Denny's appears in inspection records 18 times, starting in 2022. On Oct 21, 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.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Denny's is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
18
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed damaged coving at kitchen entrance on dish machine side and missing coving near ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-21: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
86
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cooking line, top of reach in cooler cold holding egg mix 50F, cooked vegetables 49F, cut tomatoes 54F **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top of dish machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed damaged coving at kitchen entrance on dish machine side and missing coving near ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing watch. Cook removed watch. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed food debris under reach in cooler and cooking equipment on cook line. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed water on bottom of reach in cooler of pancake station. **Warning**
29-49-6
61
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs stored over shredded potato in reach in cooler at end of cook line. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed no towels at dish machine hand sink. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage are ceiling tiles not smooth. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed 3 coving tiles missing next to ice machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall.Observed wall cover pulling away from wall at corner near ice machine.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed in both reach in freezer and walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
61
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 3, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair.Observed stall in ladies room marked out of order.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage not smooth. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen and 4 missing in front of dishwashing machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed food debris on side and underneath cooking equipment on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed quaternary bucket at wait station at 0. Manager corrected to 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold Holding Cut Melon 47F, Cut Lettuce 52F observed in front counter reachin cooler .
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Observed no breaker at hose side of splitter at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Manager replaced soap at hand wash sink by dishwashing machine area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair.Observed 1 stall in ladies room marked out of order. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tile not smooth in dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed cracked floor tile throughout kitchen, missing 4 tiles in front of dishwashing machine, and 4 tile lifting in dry storage.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walkin freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils on cook line at 111F. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.Manager corrected by turning up water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed food debris around cooking equipment and on shelving underneath. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
41
Jan 31, 2024
Complaint Full
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair.Observed center stall in ladies room marked out of order. Manager stated plumbing service has been called.
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom.Observed 2-4 coving tiles missing near ice machine and multiple coving missing on back floor near mop sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in rear of outside walkin freezer and also on top inside reachin freezer on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed utensils in water on cook line at 102F, manager corrected to 166F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light cover above dish pit area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed debris on outside of flat top grills on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.Observed water near top of floor 3 drains in wait station area. No standing water on floor. Manager has a service call out due to come in tomorrow.
29-19-4
67
Dec 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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.Observed dishwashing machine at 25ppm or less after several attempts. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Observed dishwashing machine chlorine at 0ppm after several attempts. Manager set up triple sink with quaternary. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed ceiling damage and peeling just outside walkin cooler door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reachin freezer on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shield above dishwashing machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves on rack used to store clean utensils and equipment. Observed debris on sides of grills and under grill on east side of cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hand wash sink on east side of cook line not working. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Sink still not working at start of cook line. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed standing water in bottom of salad reachin cooler at front counter. Employee wiped unit dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-06: Observed standing water in salad reachin cooler . **Time Extended**
29-49-6
64
Nov 29, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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.Observed dishwashing machine at 25ppm or less after several attempts. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.Observed cook washing hands for less than 10 seconds. Cook rewashed hands after education. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed ceiling damage and peeling just outside walkin cooler door. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reachin freezer on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed no light shield above dishwashing machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelves on rack used to store clean utensils and equipment. Observed debris on sides of grills and under grill on east side of cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair.Observed hand wash sink on east side of cook line not working. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.Observed standing water in bottom of salad reachin cooler at front counter. Employee wiped unit dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-49-6
55
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
64
May 18, 2023
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 1 damaged tile in dry storage, and several ceiling tiles with water stains. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing coving tiles at kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some damaged tiles throughout kitchen and several missing tiles under Dishwashing Machine dirty receiving table. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Reachin Freezer on cook line and Walkin Freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing over Dishwashing Machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage not smooth and cleanable. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-18: **Time Extended**
36-30-4
70
May 15, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pullout refrigeration drawers under grill Cold Holding Beef Rib 58F, Beef Brisket 57F, Chicken 49F, 46 Sliced Cheese, Hamburger 54F. Drawers filled at 10:00 am and operator moved items to Walkin Freezer . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 1 damaged tile in dry storage, and several ceiling tiles with water stains. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing coving tiles at kitchen entrance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some damaged tiles throughout kitchen and several missing tiles under Dishwashing Machine dirty receiving table. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Reachin Freezer on cook line and Walkin Freezer . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing over Dishwashing Machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in ladies room. Emailed manager sign and corrected on site. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage not smooth and cleanable. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-30-4
58
Feb 21, 2023
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged tiles in dry storage and missing tiles in dry storage and preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed 2 coving tiles damaged at entrance to kitchen near Dishwashing Machine side. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in double door Reachin Freezer near pancake station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in Dishwashing Machine area missing light cover. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Reachin Coolers at each end of cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-21: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
74
Feb 14, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Observed chlorine at Dishwashing Machine at 0 ppm. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed handicapped stall in ladies room not available for use because it requires a part for the toilet. Manager explained that Terrys Plumbing and Air is working on the problem and waiting on part which should be available within a week. **Warning**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged tiles in dry storage and missing tiles in dry storage and preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed 2 coving tiles damaged at entrance to kitchen near Dishwashing Machine side. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in double door Reachin Freezer near pancake station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in Dishwashing Machine area missing light cover. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
38-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Reachin Coolers at each end of cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
61
Oct 28, 2022
Complaint Full
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles in dry storage not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 1 damaged and 1 missing ceiling tile in dry storage and 1 missing in back preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance in vents on cooks line and in dry storage. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at Kitchen entrance near Dishwashing Machine side 2 broken coving tiles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in double door Reachin Freezer near pancake station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light cover missing in Dishwashing Machine area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Dishwashing Machine racks soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Reach in coolers at both ends of the cooks line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on Walkin freezer fan cover. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-50-4
64
Aug 2, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitizer bucket at 0ppm on cooks line. Manager corrected to 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top of Dishwashing Machine. Employee corrected by cleaning. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in dry storage area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed stained ceiling tiles and 1 hanging in disrepair in dry storage area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance on ceiling tiles and vents over Dishwashing Machine and Cooks line, and in dry storage area, near mop sink as well as condensation from those vents. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at entrance to kitchen near Dishwashing Machine side 3-4 missing and broken coving tiles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinks on cooks line by microwave and in Reachin Cooler across from omelette station. Manager removed the drinks. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple Reachin Cooler units not working on line and in back near mop sink area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield cracked above Dishwashing Machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance in Reachin Cooler where pancake batter is stored. Observed Dishwashing Machine racks soiled with buildup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of salad Reachin Cooler at front counter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
52
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris on top of Dishwashing Machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in dry storage, ceiling tiles not smooth for easy cleaning.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on vent above Dishwashing Machine and in back dry storage area. Ceiling tiles over Dishwashing Machine and in dry storage water marks from roof leak. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple reachin coolers and double door freezer units on cooks line not working.
14-11-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed crack in light shield cover in Dishwashing Machine area.
38-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris/grease next to and under flat top griddle on cooks line. Observed multiple Dishwashing Machine racks soiled .
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in bottom of Reachin Cooler at front counter in wait station. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Denny's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Denny's on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Denny's?
Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Denny's.
How does Denny's compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Denny's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Denny's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Denny's have averaged around five 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 five times per year on average.
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