Dennys Rest in Boca Raton
Last inspected:
1311 W Palmetto Park W, Boca Raton, FL 33486Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Denny's Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has accumulated 80 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 2.9 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for flies in one instance and roach activity in another. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Fire safety records document a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone at the cookline in 2022. Top recurring violations include employee health reporting, proper ventilation, and food contact surfaces.
Most recent closure: May 9, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
2.9
violations / inspection
2.9 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Emergency Closure History (2)
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023027439 | $400.00 | May 10, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023021501 | $400.00 | Mar 21, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020053755 | $400.00 | Nov 14, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At cookline
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Dennys Rest in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dennys Rest in Boca Raton last inspected?
- Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Dennys Rest in Boca Raton last shut down?
- Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton was last shut down on May 9, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Dennys Rest in Boca Raton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Dennys Rest in Boca Raton had?
- Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dennys Rest in Boca Raton find?
- Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on September 16, 2025 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dennys Rest in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Dennys Rest in Boca Raton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dennys Rest in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dennys Rest in Boca Raton been fined?
- Dennys Rest 9594 in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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