Denny's in Sarasota
Last inspected:
3701 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Denny's in Sarasota has accumulated 382 violations across 49 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility has never been shut down for health violations. Proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage are the top recurring compliance issues. One disciplinary action resulted in a $100 fine.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Denny's in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Sarasota County Avg
0.11
closures / facility
0.11 county average
Denny's in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $100.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024004881 | $100.00 | Dec 6, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Denny's in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Assigned to Inspector
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections37 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections39 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Denny's in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Denny's in Sarasota last inspected?
- Denny's in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 21, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Denny's in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Denny's in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Denny's in Sarasota had?
- Denny's in Sarasota has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Denny's in Sarasota find?
- Denny's in Sarasota was most recently inspected on October 21, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Denny's in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Denny's in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Denny's in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $100.00 in fines.
- How much has Denny's in Sarasota been fined?
- Denny's in Sarasota has been fined a total of $100.00 across 1 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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