DENNYS #7952
1245 N ATLANTC AVE, Cocoa Beach FL 32931
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 droppings on top of emergency lighting blue box in back electrical room. Manager cleaned up.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $575
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025074412 | Aug 1, 2025 | Mar 3, 2026 | $200 |
| 4--2022052611 | Jul 25, 2022 | Feb 15, 2023 | $275 |
| 4--2021041567 | Jul 21, 2021 | Jan 25, 2022 | $100 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Interior of microwave in server area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has gap at bottom right corner.
Hole in or other damage to wall in dry storage above unused flip top cooler unit.
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Walls and ceiling soiled with accumulated mold like substance throughout break room and back door walk way area.
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 droppings on top of emergency lighting blue box in back electrical room. Manager cleaned up.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook cracked eggs, then continued to handle clean utensils with soiled gloves.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Interior of microwave in server area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin lid.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood filters have heavy grease build up.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has gap at bottom right corner.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Through service area and through dish area.
Hole in or other damage to wall in dry storage above unused flip top cooler unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris in reach in cooler unit under cold table.
Open dumpster lid.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados cut prior to washing with label still on avocado
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Flip top cooler in dry storage and also reach in freezer and another cooler (3 units total) Ulta sham not being used in room with bread storage.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed fruits above ready to eat onions and diced onions. Manager relocated unwashed fruits.
Walls and ceiling soiled with accumulated mold like substance throughout break room and back door walk way area.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Under fryers on cookline
Jan 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In steamwell on cook line sausage gravy (121F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (119F - Hot Holding); grits (126F - Hot Holding); soup (128F - Hot Holding). Operator stated food had been placed into well at 630am to reheat.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawer and lower holding area of reach-in cooler at end of line under stovetop. raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); egg whites (53F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. In steamwell on cook line sausage gravy (121F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (119F - Hot Holding); grits (126F - Hot Holding); soup (128F - Hot Holding). Operator stated food had been placed into well at 630am to reheat. SEE STOP SALE
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple gaskets torn or improperly seated
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop in standing water at 121°F. Dipper well behind front counter
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers and baskets are egregiously soiled. Walk-in cooler shelves are soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Sink in women's bathroom large stall does not shut off
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler on service alley next to dish area entry. Shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Brisket in standing water at prep sink. Operator turned on cold running water
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Facility being used as storage unit for unused equipment from other locations
Audible alarm coming from panel in electrical room. Fire marshal called. For reporting purposes only.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Rear hallway has unused equipment
Sep 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles have a mold like substance growing in dining areas. Multiple a/c vents are dripping onto tables and seats in dining room. Operator placed signs on all affected areas to not use for service until issue is fixed.
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles have a mold like substance growing in dining areas. Multiple a/c vents are dripping onto tables and seats in dining room. Operator placed signs on all affected areas to not use for service until issue is fixed.
Aug 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water filter
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple handles on cook line
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling area above water softener tank has fallen into water softener tank. Ceiling tile missing above dish area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves on cook line are soiled
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over cook line
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers and cooking equipment on cook line have an egregious buildup of grease. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances. Milk crates in walk in cooler coated in mold like substances. Dipper well spout soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers on cook line are
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Aug 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 25 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. In walk in cooler. Pan of deli meats sitting in pan of liquid with unidentifiable growth. SEE STOP SALE
Food prepared with soiled equipment/utensil. Knives and utensils on cook line are being stored in soiled container. Operator removed
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop on front service line for whipped butter
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In lowboy beneath flat top. hash browns (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (53F - Cold Holding). In reach in cooler on service line sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); cut melon (51F - Cold Holding); salsa (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (51F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on service line sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); cut melon (51F - Cold Holding); salsa (51F - Cold Holding); butter (51F - Cold Holding); whipped cream (51F - Cold Holding). SEE STOP SALE. In open face wells on cook line cut tomatoes (58F - Cold Holding); deli ham (61F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (72F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (71F - Cold Holding). In lowboy beneath flat top. hash browns (53F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (53F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (53F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked sausage (53F - Cold Holding)SEE STOP SALE. In well to thrift of flat top pooled eggs (61F - Cold Holding); hard shelled eggs (79F Ambient- Cold Holding). In reach in cooler across from fryers cooked beef (55F - Cold Holding)
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.
Water softener not maintained according to manufacturer's instructions. Salt in water softener tank contaminated by fallen ceiling. Lid not positioned to fully cover and protect well. Ceiling portion growing mold like substance
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water filter
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Multiple handles on cook line
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling area above water softener tank has fallen into water softener tank. Ceiling tile missing above dish area
Dead roaches on premises. 1 in water softener room
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cooks
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. On cook line
Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Salt in water softener tank contaminated by fallen ceiling. Lid not positioned to fully cover and protect well. Ceiling portion growing mold like substance
Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. Deli meats container in walk in cooler. SEE STOP SALE
Food stored on floor. Multiple cases of foods stored on the floor in walk in cooler, walk in freezer and dry storage areas. Operator moved
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves on cook line are soiled
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over cook line
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fryers and cooking equipment on cook line have an egregious buildup of grease. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substances. Milk crates in walk in cooler coated in mold like substances. Dipper well spout soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers on cook line are
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo cup lids on service line stored with food contact surface facing upwards
Stored food not covered. Multiple pans of food in walk in cooler
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Feb 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 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. Cook cracked eggs into pan and then began touching thermometer, clean plate, and spatula handle without changing gloves and washing hands
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Waitress brought dirty dishes to dish area and then poured drinks for guests without washing hands
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In lower holding drawers of reach in cooler beneath egg cook line cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding); diced ham (47F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. No time markings for whipped butter and whipped cream on service line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface area surrounding dispenser nozzles of soda machine and juice dispenser has an accumulation of mold like substance. Interior of juice dispenser is heavily soiled with standing water on interior that has some type of growth happening in fluid
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filters for ice machine, coffee makers, and soda machine are not marked with last service date
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upper rear interior wall of ice bin for soda machine has an accumulation of mold like substance
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in corner near entry to cook line has water damage with paint peeling away
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen areas
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoop on service line is in standing water at 111°F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system and surrounding surfaces of fryers and the fryers have an accumulation of grease. Walk in cooler shelves have an accumulation of mold like substance
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Rinse sink with spray nozzle at dish area does not drain
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop in standing water at 126°F on front service line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on flat top cooked sausage (102F - Hot Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In dish area is being used as a dump sink. Ice and paper towels in well
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates on water filters for ice machine in kitchen and drink makers on service line
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. All stalls
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door has paneling on interior peeling up exposing sharp edges
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Dish area
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Water not running. Operator turned on
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hoods on cook line and fryers area has an accumulation of grease dripping
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler under service window on service side of lines
Water draining onto floor surface. Triple sinks in dish area overflow at drain when emptying multiple sinks at same time.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near rear door of kitchen
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In pan on top of flat top cooked sausage (112F - Hot Holding)
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates on filters for ice machine and coffee makers
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen and service areas are in disrepair
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen, dish and storage areas
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer along door seam and on shelves
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Knives in bucket of sanitizer on cook line. Operator removed
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed signage
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. 0ppm. Operator replaced source bucket and primed. 50ppm
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters behind coffee makers on service line were last serviced in 2022
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen and service areas are damaged or missing
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line in steamwell. Utensils in standing water at 124°F. Operator discarded
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves are soiled
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler. hash browns (67F-73F - Cooling)being cooled improperly. No gap between containers with spout closed. Prepped at 1am
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk in cooler. hash browns (67F-73F - Cooling)being cooled improperly. No gap between containers with spout closed. Prepped at 1am
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Surface area surrounding hoods has an accumulation of grease dripping
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves are soiled
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm
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.