DENNY REST 9593
8503 BIRD RD, Miami FL 33155 · 305-223-3067
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 14 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hashbrown potatoes (50 -49 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler labeled 06-22-2024. Manager segregated the product to be discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018031382 | May 29, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two wooden cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable in kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles near back office in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to wall behind soda storage area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located near front service area with rusted shelves.
Jul 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils in standing water at 138F located across the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); liquid egg mix (47F - Cold Holding) at the reach in cooler unit next to cook line and across cook line. As per operator, products have been there since 8AM. Operator placed lids and ice bath to rapid cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at the prep station in kitchen heavily soiled. Observed grease build up underneath flat top grills, on the side of fryers, and on the side of reach in freezer unit. Observed dish racks in ware washing are heavily soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwaves in kitchen area with food debris on door handles.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line non food contact shelves underneath microwave in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed two wooden cutting boards with cut marks and no longer cleanable in kitchen area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed wooden cutting tape used to repair ware washing area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor at the cook line soiled with food debris. Observed floor inside walk in freezer soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles near back office in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to wall behind soda storage area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in women's restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer and cooler drawers at the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler located near front service area with rusted shelves.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer unit next to cook line with soiled interior.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service to go containers not inverters in dry storage area. Operator inverted.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to reach in cooler in kitchen area soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of white cutting board not stored in sanitizer solution. Operator removed.
Jun 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 500plusppm). Employee diluted solution to 400 ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink at cook like a wiping cloth. Employee removed wiping cloth..
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed server engaging in food prep while wearing bracelets and watches. Employee removed jewelry.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer next to ice machine.
Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold lime substance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler at server area standing water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to handwashing sink at kitchen area soiled with food debris.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave located in kitchen area with soiled door handle.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in ware washing area in disrepair.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed wooden cutting boards located across the cook line with cut marks and no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor inside walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave located in kitchen area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer located next to fry station with soiled gaskets.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. Observed wall next to reach in freezer near cook line soiled.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of quaternary sanitizer stored next to steam table in the kitchen area. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired October 1, 2025.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle located in ware washing area containing cleaning solution with no label.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed dish machine exterior soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor near the cook line soiled.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in ware washing area in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gasket.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind dish machine soiled.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid egg whites (47F - Cold Holding)and egg mix (49F - Cold Holding) at the cook line. As per operator, products have been there for about an hour. Operator placed products in ice baths for rapid cooling.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed hand wash sinks clean located near front counter register with hand paper dispenser not working.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing chemical not labeled near dish washing area.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave located across the cook line with soiled door handle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents at the kitchen prep area soiled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license from October 1, 2024 posted on lobby wall.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on kitchen floor near hand wash sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in the kitchen prep area soiled. Observed floor in ware washing area soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils used to scoop in standing water at 77F near prep station. Operator discarded water and placed utensils in dipper well.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area several light shields damaged or missing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets at the cook line soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers located across the cook line with soiled interiors.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot running water. Observed commercially processed bags of mash potatoes and cheese being thawed under hot water inside prep sink. Operator discarded hot water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen prep area soiled.
Jun 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed multiple lights missing proper shield/covering throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel dispenser at handwash sink near cook line. Observed kitchen equipment soiled. Observed multiple microwaves soiled. Observed soiled cabinets in prep area next to front register.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind prep station in kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking in multiple hand wash sinks.
Jun 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone in warewash area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed metal cabinet under oven bent.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in ice cream freezer and waiter station.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed on cook line. Observed in kitchen area several light shield bent/missing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on cook line. Observed soiled paper towel dispenser on cook line. Observed hood system soiled. Observed under stove soiled on cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed across cook line where ham and turkey are kept.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet in kitchen leaking. Observed at dump sink on cook line; leaking faucet.
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of medicine on counter in the coffee station area.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee failing to wash hands before using gloves.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line draining into handwash sink near coffee bar area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed toaster accumulated with soil/grease like substance.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser in the front, to the right of the cashier not operating.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed excessive standing water on floor throughout the dishwashing area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipment and in walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave accumulated with grease/food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed multiple lights missing proper shield/covering throughout establishment.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled paper towel dispenser at handwash sink near cook line. Observed kitchen equipment soiled. Observed multiple microwaves soiled. Observed soiled cabinets in prep area next to front register.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind prep station in kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking in multiple hand wash sinks.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor throughout the entire back of house.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked eggs (119F - Hot team table. As per manager, less than hour. Manager removed product from double pan.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris at walk in freezer and underneath equipment at cook line.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop holster soiled near ice machine. Manager took item to dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of preparation coolers and cooler drawers soiled with old food debris at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with old food debris at cook line near steam table.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. At cook line area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of reach in cooler at cook line by the hand wash sink. Observed grease and dirt buildup underneath the prep sink at cook line. Observed refrigerated drawers gasket soiled, located under the steam table at cook line. Observed old food debris buildup under microwave stored on a small shelf, located above the steam table at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the hand sink at cook line.
Dec 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees Maritza Gonzalez, Marlin Zoniga.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer handle soiled, located by the hand wash sink at cook line.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. At cook line area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed small oven toast interior soiled, located by the hand sink at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of reach in cooler at cook line by the hand wash sink. Observed grease and dirt buildup underneath the prep sink at cook line. Observed refrigerated drawers gasket soiled, located under the steam table at cook line. Observed old food debris buildup under microwave stored on a small shelf, located above the steam table at cook line.
Reach-in freezer interior shelves have accumulation of soil residues, located by the hand wash sink at cook line.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the prep table near the hot box at cook line. Employee removed it and placed it on the bottom of the prep table at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by the hand sink at cook line.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer solution 0 ppm.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked eggs and then touched clean dishes without changing gloves and washing hands. Manager was informed that the employee needs to wash hands after cracking eggs. Employee washed his hands and put on new gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed hashbrown potatoes (50 -49 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler labeled 06-22-2024. Manager segregated the product to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hashbrown potatoes (50 -49 F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler labeled 06-22-2024. And pooled eggs (46 F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per the manager for less than two hours. Manager cover the products to improve the temperature. Manager segregated the product hasbrow to be discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket at cutting board next flat top. Manager relocated the sanitizer bucket.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent with mold like substance by the walk-in cooler.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at walk-in freezer.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout throughout the cook line.
Food stored under dripping water line. Observed beef patties boxes and nachos mix stored under dripping water from refrigerator system of walk in cooler. Manager removed the products.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer under the refrigerator system.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease, debris under cooking equipment kitchen area.
Open dumpster lid. Manger closed the dumpster.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler drawers soiled at cook line.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed fruits stored over pico de gallo at walk-in cooler. Operator relocated the pico de gallo.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet dishwasher area.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on microwave door handle at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at door leading to roof near walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer drawers at cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at cook line. Manager inverted items.
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