Virginia Gardens, Miami-Dade County

DENNY'S 7467

5825 NW 36 ST, Virginia Gardens, FL 33166

FoodSeating
Latest violations
6
1 Intermediate
Feb 17, 2026
City
Virginia Gardens
County
Miami-Dade
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
11

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Feb 17, 2026

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

31A-11-4

Detail 24373925

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside HWS in kitchen. Operator removed utensils from HWS. Corrected On-Site

16-21-4

Detail 24373924

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

22-08-4

Detail 24373928

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwaves interior soiled in kitchen. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 24373927

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on gas pipes in kitchen.

22-16-4

Detail 24373923

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food accumulation inside reach in freezer by cook line. Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 24373926

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed French fries thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Operator placed fries inside reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

Feb 5, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

12A-27-4

Detail 24350953

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking eggs and touching clean utensil without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee was advised how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

10-05-5

Detail 24350952

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in unclean water at 135°F at desserts prep area. Operator discarded dirty and placed scoop in clear water. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 24350948

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease accumulated under cook line.

22-08-4

Detail 24350951

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside microwave in kitchen.

23-03-4

Detail 24350949

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on hood filters. Also, observed reach in coolers gaskets soiled in kitchen. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 24350954

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled by deep fryer in kitchen.

25-05-4

Detail 24350950

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic trays box stored on dry storage floor. Operator removed box from floor. Corrected On-Site

Oct 9, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

36-22-4

Detail 24101866

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside cook line.

14-69-4

Detail 24101864

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 24101865

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets at the end of cook line.

29-49-6

Detail 24101863

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of griddle in kitchen.

Mar 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

29-34-4

Detail 23602376

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed by dish washing machine.

14-01-5

Detail 23602372

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside black pepper container in dry storage. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site

10-06-5

Detail 23602371

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching grilled onions inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly. Corrected On-Site

31B-04-4

Detail 23602375

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside both restrooms.

22-16-4

Detail 23602374

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside reach in freezer by deep fryers. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 23602373

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed pancake batter container uncovered inside reach in cooler at cook line. Operator covered container. Corrected On-Site

Sep 27, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

53B-16-4

Detail 23178174

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook not being able to answer proper cooking temperature of raw chicken. Coached cook with proper cooking temp.

31A-11-4

Detail 23178176

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with dirty utensils. Next to reach in Cooler in service station. Employee removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site

33-19-4

Detail 23178179

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the ground cans and plastic bottles around the dumpster. Employee removed and cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 23178173

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer across from walk in cooler . Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 23178178

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop being stored in standing water next to service station, manager discarded water during inspection. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23178175

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door handle on reach in cooler next to 3 compartment, also observed door handle on reach in coolers across kitchen line .

22-16-4

Detail 23178177

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled interior of reach in cooler at cook line .

Apr 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 9

12A-10-4

Detail 22834184

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching pants and touching clean plates without changing gloves and washing hands. Operator was trained by Inspector how to wash hands properly. Employee changed gloves and washed hands. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 22834189

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing knife in hand wash sink inside kitchen.

16-21-4

Detail 22834185

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 22834187

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside ice creams reach in freezer. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22834182

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior on shelf inside kitchen.

31B-04-4

Detail 22834183

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside kitchen. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 22834181

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets at the end of cook line. Operator cleaned gaskets. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 22834188

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer in front of griddle. Repeat Violation

36-02-5

Detail 22834186

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout in cook line.

Nov 1, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 13

22-41-4

Detail 22411937

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator fixed DM and observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm). Corrected On-Site

29-34-4

Detail 22411934

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed under dish washing machine counter.

53B-14-5

Detail 22411942

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

22-20-5

Detail 22411940

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

16-21-4

Detail 22411931

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 22411939

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 22411933

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink at the end of cook line. Operator provided sign. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22411938

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets by deep fryers in cook line. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 22411930

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior in front of Walk in cooler.

29-49-6

Detail 22411941

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer by deep fryers in cook line. Repeat Violation

36-02-5

Detail 22411936

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout on floor inside cook line. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 22411932

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Walk in cooler fan covers rust. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 22411935

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on prep table inside kitchen. Operator put towel inside bucket with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

Apr 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 11

31A-11-4

Detail 21925677

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed discarded food inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Repeat Violation

16-21-4

Detail 21925674

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

36-73-4

Detail 21925679

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cook line. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 21925678

Basic - Ice buildup walk-in freezer.

10-07-4

Detail 21925673

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 70°F by juice machine inside kitchen. Operator removed water. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 21925682

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed both microwaves inside Kitchen. Employee cleaned them. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21925675

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler and freezer gaskets throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 21925681

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside Walk in cooler.,

29-49-6

Detail 21925683

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer at the end of cook line. Repeat Violation

36-02-5

Detail 21925676

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout in kitchen. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 21925680

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed Rust Walk in cooler fan cover. Repeat Violation

Sep 19, 2022

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

31A-11-4

Detail 21365039

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand wash sink at the end of Cook line. Operator removed plastic container. Corrected On-Site

36-34-5

Detail 21365038

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents inside dry storage.

36-22-4

Detail 21365035

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of Walk in freezer. Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 21365032

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside Walk in freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 21365033

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets by fryers inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets throughout kitchen. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover. Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 21365036

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in freezer by fryers inside kitchen. Employee removed water and cleaned inside reach in freezer. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 21365037

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bacon pan not covered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered pan. Corrected On-Site

36-02-5

Detail 21365031

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed missing grout inside kitchen.

14-17-4

Detail 21365034

Basic - Walk-in cooler fan cover with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Apr 6, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

03A-03-5

Detail 20986449

High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen raw shell eggs stored inside kitchen. Employee removed them to reach in cooler. Corrected On-Site

36-22-4

Detail 20986448

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside kitchen, and also in back kitchen throughout ware washing area and in front of walk in cooler.

36-73-4

Detail 20986441

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside Walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Detail 20986445

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer in back kitchen. Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 20986442

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed both microwaves interior at cook line.

23-03-4

Detail 20986443

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets at the end of cook line. Also, observed soiled shelf under deep fryers inside kitchen. Repeat Violation

24-18-4

Detail 20986447

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed scoops faces up on shelf by ice machine.

29-49-6

Detail 20986446

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside reach in cooler in front of flat top inside kitchen. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 20986444

Basic - Walk-in cooler fan cover with rust that has pitted the surface.

Oct 12, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 7

29-34-4

Detail 20579261

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed faucet by back door.

41-17-4

Detail 20579265

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with surface cleaner not labeled in front counter.

14-69-4

Detail 20579263

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

23-03-4

Detail 20579259

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen. Employee started to clean them during routine inspection. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 20579264

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in cooler interior in front of grill inside kitchen. Employee started to clean during routine inspection. Corrective Action Taken

29-49-6

Detail 20579262

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-freezer. Observed reach in freezer at the end of cook line. Also, observed standing water inside reach in cooler in front of grill. Employee started to clean and dry during routine inspection. Corrective Action Taken

36-27-5

Detail 20579260

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall at the end of cook line. Employee started to clean wall during routine inspection. Corrective Action Taken