Denny's

10623 E Apache Trl Apache, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Denny's has six inspections in the public record. Denny's was last inspected on Apr 1, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Compared to other Apache Junction restaurants (averaging 94), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three large containers of hashbrowns with the lids on in the walk--in ranging from 48*F to 50*F using probe thermometer, verified by person in charge (PIC). PIC stated the hashbrowns were prepared and placed in the walk-in to cool the night before and voluntarily discarded - see embargo form. Establishment uses 4-hour cooling process
3-501.14
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a plastic container and cloth towels in the handwashing sink located in the cook-line. Notified person in charge and they removed the items from the sink. Hand wash sinks may only be used for hand washing
5-205.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed three containers of hashbrowns with no date marking sticker. PIC stated they were prepared on 3/31
3-501.17
70
Nov 6, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on the premises at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Jun 4, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cook use gloved hands to crack raw shell eggs into a pan, then change gloves without washing hands in between glove changes. PIC instructed employee to wash hands and will retrain on when to wash. Discussed washing hands when they become contaminated, such as from raw proteins. Hands should be washed between glove changes, when changing tasks, etc. to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces
2-301.14
86
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 17, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Denny's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Denny's on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Denny's compare to other restaurants in Apache Junction?

Denny's most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Apache Junction average of 94.

Has Denny's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Denny's have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Denny's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Denny's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Denny's is inspected around three times per year on average.