DENNY'S RESTAURANT
2710 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw salmon on reach in cooler at cook line.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pancake batter (44F-Cold Holding ) inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee removed and stored inside walk in freezer - 2nd pancake batter (41F- Cold Holding )
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing sink at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside men bathroom (private stall). Manager provided during inspection.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser inside men bathroom in despair. Manager removed dispenser during inspection.
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach on cooler door handles soiled with food debris and grease at cook line. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed inside women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler doors in despair at cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at cook line. Manager moped dried during inspection.
Interior of walk in cooler ceiling with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed prep table at cook line soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at cook line soiled with food and standing water. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop inside mop bucket. Employee removed and stored properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in use wet towel on top prep table at cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Mar 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 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 subsequently handled clean plates without proper hand washing. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee washed hands.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipments door handles, throughout the kitchen areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, and dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler soiled, located at cooking line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed standing reach in freezer interior soiled, located at cooking line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cooking line.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Presence of dead wormlike insects in men's and women's bathrooms in the metal groove around the perimeter of the bathroom areas. During inspection the bathroom floors were vacuumed and swept. All debris and dead wormlike insects in men's and women's bathrooms have been cleaned up..
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked potatoes in reachin cooler on cookline
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards are soiled and uncleanable
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cookline handwashing sink blocked by garbage can and milk crate
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed the floors and metal strip around the perimeter around the men's and women's bathrooms have debris and severs dead worm like insects in the metal groove. During inspection the bathroom floors were vacuumed and swept. All debris and dead wormlike insects in men's and women's bathrooms have been cleaned up..
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair on cookline
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
In-use utensil, ice cream scoops are stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 101F water
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jul 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); cubed ham (52F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (49F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler next to stove, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee closed lid to cool down.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed portioned cooked brisket on reach in cooler at cook line not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler not working at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on fryers at cook line. Also observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on units at cook line. Also observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on 2 units at cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at walk in freezer.
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw salmon on reach in cooler at cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee not changing gloves when changing tasks at cook line, coached employee on proper procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (52F - Cold Holding); cubed ham (52F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (49F - Cold Holding) on reach in cooler next to stove, as per employee less than 2 hours. Employee closed lid to cool down.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed portioned cooked brisket on reach in cooler at cook line not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed standing reach in cooler not working at cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer.
In-use utensil not used with moist food stored in running water. Observed next to ice cream cooler, operator removed during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water at 89° next to toaster. Operator removed during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on fryers at cook line. Also observed soiled gaskets in all units at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior on units at cook line. Also observed soiled shelves at walk in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed on 2 units at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked turkey not covered o shelves at walk in cooler.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Food preparation sink has soil/old food residue.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast container stored above cooked pork container inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mozzarella stick (49F - Cold Holding); fries (49F - Cold Holding) on drawers at cook line. As per employee less than 1 hour. Food was moved to cool down.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pico de gallo and cooked vegetables containers not date marked inside walk in cooler, as per manager over 24 hours.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on units at cook line.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food plate on top of uncovered sausage container inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal charger on top of clean plate at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under equipment at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw eggs case stored on walk in cooler floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on pico de gallo container at walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 88° at cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in units at cook line. Also walk in cooler/freezer door.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open Red Bull can inside reach in cooler at cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed sausage and cooked vegetables containers not covered inside reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline refrigerator DRAWERS (); Poultry (62*F - Cold Holding); Poultry (60*F - Cold Holding) Poultry was relocated to walk-in cooler for rapid cool down and replaced with cold poultry
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed corrosion on one salt shaker at the bar hightop table The owner removed the salt shaker and put it in the dish machine to wash rinse and sanitize..
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Side order cup is used in salt as a scoop
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Tile floor on the cook line has deep grooves in grout lines and cracked tiles.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bread stored under or next to paper towels at handwash sink on cookline.
Microwave in poor repair, no handles to open microwave oven. Stand up TRUE Reach in gaskets in poor repair
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The exterior of Cooking and refrigeration equipment on cookline is soiled with grease and food debris. Walk-in beer cooler gaskets are soiled.
On end of the cookline Stand up TRUE Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues in the bottom of cooler and soiled gaskets and door handle
White Cutting board in front of steam table has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by cardboard boxes.
Sep 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate8 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 eggs and proceeded to handle to go container on cook line without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes then proceeded to handle clean dishes without washing hands in dish area. Manager had employee wash hands and rewash dishes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach-in cooler next to egg stove top: eggs (59F - Cold Holding); ham (52F - Cold Holding); sausage (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items plan cooler two hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager voluntarily discarded items. Items in reach-in cooler in front of pass through window on servers side of window: sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items plan cooler two hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager voluntarily discarded items.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at hose side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers on cook line. Nozzle of juice machine in wait station. Soda gun nozzle in bar area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles on cook line cracked allowing standing water in between tiles.
Food stored on floor. Case of cheese sticks stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops in wait station stored in standing water, 81F,83F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach-in coolers on cook line. Sides and fronts of coolers and equipment on cook line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on shelf across from three compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler on cook line next to dump sink.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light not working in beer cooler behind office.
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.