Denny's

9960 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85353
Café / Breakfast
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Denny's has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 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 zero violations each time.

Among Phoenix restaurants, the typical score is 97; Denny's is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in the warewashing area with paper towels and utensils left in the basin at time of inspection. Als observed hand sink on the cook line with bacon and other food debris inside the basin at time of inspection. Discussed hand sink requirements with PIC. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no Certified Food Manager (CFM) onsite at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a valid certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Provide a CFPM onsite by next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
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Jul 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 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 Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Denny's compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Denny's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Denny's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Denny's have averaged around zero 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.