DENNY'S 7467
5825 NW 36 ST, Virginia Gardens FL 33166 · 305.871.6964
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside HWS in kitchen. Operator removed utensils from HWS.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwaves interior soiled in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on gas pipes in kitchen.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food accumulation inside reach in freezer by cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed French fries thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Operator placed fries inside reach in cooler.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 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 cracking eggs and touching clean utensil without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was advised how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in unclean water at 135°F at desserts prep area. Operator discarded dirty and placed scoop in clear water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated under cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on hood filters. Also, observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled by deep fryer in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic trays box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets at the end of cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by dish washing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside black pepper container in dry storage. Operator removed cup.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching grilled onions inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside both restrooms.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in freezer by deep fryers.
Stored food not covered. Observed pancake batter container uncovered inside reach in cooler at cook line. Operator covered container.
Sep 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook not being able to answer proper cooking temperature of raw chicken. Coached cook with proper cooking temp.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with dirty utensils. Next to reach in Cooler in service station. Employee removed during inspection.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground cans and plastic bottles around the dumpster. Employee removed and cleaned during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer across from walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop being stored in standing water next to service station, manager discarded water during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door handle on reach in cooler next to 3 compartment, also observed door handle on reach in coolers across kitchen line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler at cook line.
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching pants and touching clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing knife in hand wash sink inside kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside ice creams reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf inside kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets at the end of cook line. Operator cleaned gaskets.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of griddle.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout in cook line.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator fixed DM and observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm).
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under dish washing machine counter.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink at the end of cook line. Operator provided sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets by deep fryers in cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior in front of Walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer by deep fryers in cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout on floor inside cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Walk in cooler fan covers rust.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Operator put towel inside bucket with sanitizer.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.