Denny's in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
4999 34 St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Denny's in St. Petersburg has accumulated 311 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for fly activity. Inspectors documented two fire safety violations, including frayed electrical wires and duct tape on extension cords. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and chemicals improperly stored.
Most recent closure: December 12, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Denny's in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
11.1
violations / inspection
11.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Denny's in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Denny's in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023063785 | $200.00 | Oct 9, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023071639 | $200.00 | Dec 12, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Denny's in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only.
Observed Duct tape on Orange extension cord running along floor to dishmachine
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Provided manager with phone number for boiler inspector. Manager called and he will be here before lunch. Possible Temp on boiler 400°F.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Denny's in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections44 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections43 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 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· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— 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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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Denny's in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Denny's in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Denny's in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Denny's in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Denny's in St. Petersburg was last shut down on December 12, 2023 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 in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Denny's in St. Petersburg are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Denny's in St. Petersburg had?
- Denny's in St. Petersburg has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Denny's in St. Petersburg find?
- Denny's in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Denny's in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Denny's in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 times 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.
- Has Denny's in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Denny's in St. Petersburg has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Denny's in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Denny's in St. Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Denny's in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Denny's in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 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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