Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables

Last inspected:

1150 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables has recorded 25 inspections with 131 total violations between January 2022 and March 2026, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection—at the Florida statewide average. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Violations have clustered in basic compliance categories, with recurring citations for hand washing, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and consumer advisory compliance. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 documented 14 violations and was completed with no further action required. Prior inspections show inconsistent compliance: a January 2026 callback inspection found zero violations, but the October 2025 routine inspection documented 14 violations; an April 2024 inspection prompted a formal warning after citations for shell stock requirements and chemical storage; and a September 2024 routine inspection cited management awareness and employee health reporting violations. No disciplinary actions or emergency closures are on record.

Most recent closure: May 18, 2026 for fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
144Violations
1Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 5.3 violations / inspection 5.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables
DateReasonReopened
Fly activity 10:11:00

Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables last inspected?
Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 19, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
When was Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables last shut down?
Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables was last shut down on May 18, 2026 for fly 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 Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables?
The most frequently cited violations at Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables had?
Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables find?
Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on May 19, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
Has Denny's Restaurant in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
Yes, Denny's Restaurant #8698 in Coral Gables has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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.

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