Denny's in Tampa
Last inspected:
1700 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612Part of: Dennys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Denny's in Tampa has accumulated 312 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down for health violations. Proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage are the most frequently cited problems. In 2025, the restaurant received two warning notices within five months, indicating ongoing compliance issues in that period.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Denny's in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
9.4
violations / inspection
9.4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Denny's in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015038768 | $400.00 | Aug 4, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Denny's in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 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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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 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· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Denny's in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Denny's in Tampa last inspected?
- Denny's in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Denny's in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Denny's in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Denny's in Tampa had?
- Denny's in Tampa has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Denny's in Tampa find?
- Denny's in Tampa was most recently inspected on July 28, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Denny's in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Denny's in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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 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 Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Denny's in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Denny's in Tampa been fined?
- Denny's in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 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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