Denny's in Midway

Last inspected:

32670 Blue Star Hwy, Midway, FL 32343

Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Denny's #8566 in Midway has accumulated 154 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for sewage leaks and sewage backup issues. In September 2023 and October 2024, inspectors issued emergency orders after finding 11 and 7 violations respectively, with multiple high-priority violations noted during callback inspections. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,900 in fines.

Most recent closure: September 13, 2023 for sewage back up.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

31Inspections
154Violations
2Closures
$1,900in Fines
2FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Denny's in Midway: Comparison to Gadsden County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 violations per inspection
Gadsden County Avg 2.57 violations / inspection 2.57 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Gadsden County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Denny's in Midway: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Denny's #8566 in Midway
DateReasonReopened
Sewage back up 14:35:00
Sewage leaks N/A

Denny's in Midway: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,900.00

Disciplinary action history for Denny's #8566 in Midway
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2024064994 $800.00 Oct 29, 2024 Miami (Doral)
6--2023052771 $300.00 Sep 13, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
6--2018055915 $800.00 Oct 25, 2018 Fort Lauderdale

Denny's in Midway: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— 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· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections14 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Denny's in Midway: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: HAYDEN LECONTE, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector. Visit per request #5121797. The issues described on request #5121797 were address with the person in charge during this inspection..

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· 3 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: MICAH HOLMBECK

Good Retail Practice Violations

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43
47

Denny's in Midway: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Denny's in Midway last inspected?
Denny's #8566 in Midway was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 21, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Denny's in Midway last shut down?
Denny's #8566 in Midway was last shut down on September 13, 2023 for sewage back up. 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 in Midway?
The most frequently cited violations at Denny's #8566 in Midway are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Denny's in Midway had?
Denny's #8566 in Midway has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Denny's in Midway find?
Denny's #8566 in Midway was most recently inspected on August 21, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Denny's in Midway ever been shut down?
Yes, Denny's #8566 in Midway has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Denny's in Midway faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Denny's #8566 in Midway has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,900.00 in fines.
How much has Denny's in Midway been fined?
Denny's #8566 in Midway has been fined a total of $1,900.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
When was Denny's in Midway last inspected?
Denny's #8566 in Midway was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 22, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Denny's in Midway had?
Denny's #8566 in Midway has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Denny's in Midway find?
Denny's #8566 in Midway was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 22, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Denny's in Midway had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Denny's #8566 in Midway has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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