Denny's in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
1306 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33990Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Denny's in Cape Coral has accumulated 222 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.5 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has faced multiple warning orders and compliance callbacks, most recently in January 2026. Proper ventilation and food contact surface issues account for 47 of the violations. In 2022, a fire safety inspection cited the portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Denny's in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.38
violations / inspection
4.38 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Denny's in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Denny's in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Denny's in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Denny's in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Denny's in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 18, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Denny's in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Denny's in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Denny's in Cape Coral had?
- Denny's in Cape Coral has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Denny's in Cape Coral find?
- Denny's in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on August 18, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Denny's in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Denny's in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Denny's in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Denny's in Cape Coral has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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