DENNY'S OF HALLANDALE 7454
1025 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale FL 33009 · 561.988.2036
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
SEP 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
APR 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 26 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 1 Live roach on cutting board front of steam table in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on wall behind clean plates and bags of breads in kitchen. 3) 1 live roach on wall behind trash can in kitchen. Employee removed the one behind the trash can.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024063585 | Sep 5, 2024 | Dec 9, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2018042768 | Jul 25, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked turkey 45F Ham 45F in Walk In Cooler Manager placed items in Freezer for rapid cooling
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed Walk In Cooler Wall soiled with grease
Feb 4, 2026Inspection 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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In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed at ice cream station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup behind hot line equipment, flat top, fryers, sauté, etc.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed on cook line.
Oct 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap in prep sink and proceeded to reached out for a clean plate to serve cooked foods without first washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in Cooler- Ham (50F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheddar Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Swiss Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Whipped Butter (51F - Cold Holding); White Cheddar (52F - Cold Holding); Raw TBone (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Walk in Cooler-Ham (50F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheddar Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Swiss Cheese (52F - Cold Holding); Whipped Butter (51F - Cold Holding); White Cheddar (52F - Cold Holding); Raw TBone (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in prep sink. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under grill soiled with food debris and grease.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled dirty dishes and failed to wash hands before putting on gloves. Employee then reached out for for a clean plate to serve cooked food to a guest. Reviewed proper handwashing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Mashed Potatoes (115-154F - Hot Holding) Per Manager food item in unit less than an hour. Observed pan overfilled. Manager removed overfilled portion and reheated.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Florida Restaurant and Lodging all copies.
Box of chorizo stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager elevated.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in mop room away from the kitchen.
Employee personal keys stored on prep table front of sandwich station. Employee removed.
Lowboy front counter unable to close.
Stored Ice cream in glass reach in freezer front counter not covered. Manager covered during inspection.
Under hot grill soiled with grease, food debris, Employee cleaned during inspection.
Sep 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1) 1 Live roach on cutting board front of steam table in kitchen. 2) 1 live roach on wall behind clean plates and bags of breads in kitchen. 3) 1 live roach on wall behind trash can in kitchen. Employee removed the one behind the trash can.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 Drawers under Stove-; Sliced Cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Turkey (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Onions (47F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to Walk in Cooler to quick chill.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on shelf in kitchen.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Lowboy front counter unable to closed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under Flat top and stove top in kitchen. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Stored ice cream not covered. Manager covered during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen wall soiled.
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. Employee cracked raw shell eggs proceeded to reach out for a clean plate to serve customers without first washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Cases of raw breaded chicken stored above cases of whole grain rice in walk in freezer. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 drawers under sandwich station-; Ham (45-48F - Cold Holding); Shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in back of the house.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers on shelves in kitchen and on top shelf above triple sink. Manager removed and placed in dishwashing machine.
Hole in ceiling above mop sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet of prep sink in kitchen leaking water.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened milk expired on 07-14-23. See Stop sale.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened milk expired on 07-14-23. See stop Sale.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Manager labeled bleach bottle during inspection.
Case of sausage stored on floor in walk in freezer. Manager elevated
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee wears hat during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Victory 4 Doors freezer in kitchen
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Standing water in mop sink.
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