Popular diner in Kissimmee, Florida, was cited 14 violations in Osceola County; Follow-up is needed

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Denny's in Kissimmee, Florida, received a warning after a routine food inspection on September 23, 2024. The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation cited the Osceola County eatery for 14 violations, including one high-priority infraction.

The inspection revealed one high-priority violation, one intermediate violation, and 12 basic violations. This Denny's, located at 4783 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway and has garnered a 3.5-star rating from 1,688 Google reviews, was not ordered to close, but a follow-up inspection is needed to address the issues.

Andrew Graham, a recent customer, shared on Google reviews:

Had a great lunch at Denny's 8799. Excellent service by Randi who chatted away to our 6 year old and made sure we had drinks throughout meal. Food was great. Will be back! 100 Thumbs up for Carlos' pancakes!

Among these infractions, one was classified as high-priority, while there was also one intermediate violation and twelve basic ones requiring immediate attention.

The high-priority violation involved the dishmachine's bleach cleaning tool not meeting proper minimum strength. The inspector instructed the restaurant to stop using the dishmachine for particular cleaning and management is required to do the type of cleaning in question manually until the equipment is repaired.

The intermediate violation involved a food-contact surface dirtied with food trash and mold-like substances.

Among the basic violations, inspectors noted water leaking in multiple areas of the dining room and kitchen. They also found ceiling tiles missing in the dining room due to a leak, and active leaks above the juice machine, ice machine, and in the dry storage area.

The restaurant also had problems with the proper storage of clean glasses, cups, and single-service articles.

Denny's is known for its all-day breakfast and American comfort food.

High Priority Violations:

• Dishmachine bleach cleaning tool not at proper minimum strength

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