DENNY’S RESTAURANT # 6917

Observed some drawer refrigeration units are slightly misaligned and are difficult to properly close. [CA] Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.

1) Observed back door to the outside was propped open during inspection. [CA] The back door shall be closed to prevent pest entrance. 2) Observed several holes in the wall throughout the facility, including nearby the preparation sink at the cook line. [CA] Seal all gaps in the facility. The facility shall be fully enclosed to prevent pest entrance and harborage.

Observed refrigeration unit at the cook line lacks thermometer for monitoring ambient temperature. [CA] A thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing Potentially Hazardous Foods.

Measured cheese in the drawer refrigeration from 42-46F. Per PIC, cheese was relocated from walk-in cooler less than 3 hours prior to temperature measurement. Observed the drawer is in disrepair and does not fully close. [CA] Potentially Hazardous Foods shall be kept at 41F or below or 135F or above.

Observed employee cracking raw shelled eggs for cooking, then handling ready-to-eat breads without an intermediate handwashing step or changing out gloves. [CA] Employees are required to wash their hands: 1) before beginning work, 2) before handling food or clean equipment, 3) as often as necessary during food preparation to remove soil and contamination, 4) when switching from raw to ready to eat foods, 5) after touching body parts, 6) after coughing, sneezing, eating, or drinking, 7) after using the restroom, and 8) any time when contamination may occur. [COS] Specialist intervened and directed employee to properly wash hands following contamination of raw egg.

Observed active leak from the drainpipes underneath the 3-compartment sink. Observed pool of standing water has accumulated. [CA] Repair leak. Plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in good repair. [COS] PIC repaired the leak during inspection.

Observed accumulation of grease and food debris buildup on the sides of cooking equipment, cabinets, preparation counters and ventilation hood. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed two dead cockroaches in a sticky trap nearby the soda kegs. No live activity or active contamination of food observed during inspection. [CA] Clean and sanitize affected areas. The premises of a food facility shall be maintained free of vermin. NOTE: PIC stated that facility receives monthly pest control services. Reviewed last pest control report from 4/26/2026. Report did not note activity level. Most recent pest control report is unavailable for review.

Observed clean blenders and equipment stored directly adjacent to the handwash station. [CA] Equipment shall be stored in sanitary condition away from potential sources of contamination.

Observed back door to the outside was open during inspection. [CA] Keep back door closed at all times to prevent pest entrance and harborage.

At the cook line by the only handwash sink and the preparation sink, observed the floor sink is not draining and causing a heavy wastewater backup onto the floor. [CA] Food facility shall not operate if there is sewage overflowing or backing up in the food facility. The food facility, or impacted areas, shall remain closed until all plumbing problems have been corrected and all contaminated surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized. [COS] Plumbing technician arrived during inspection to repair the drain. The floor sink is now adequately draining and does not overflow onto the floor.

**MAJOR** Observed one live German cockroach underneath the 3-compartment sink. No other activity observed. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be maintained free of vermin. [COS] Cockroach abated during inspection. **MINOR** Observed a couple of old rodent droppings on the floor by the mechanical dishwasher. No live activity or active contamination of food observed during investigation. [CA] Clean and sanitize affected areas. NOTE: The 3-compartment sink and mechanical dishwasher are located in the back and separated from the main cook line/food preparation area by a hallway.

Observed the refuse bin for food scraps is overflowing and unable to close. [CA] Refuse containers shall be fully closed at all times when not in use.

Observed accumulation of food debris on the sides of cooking equipment, and grease buildup on preparation counters and ventilation hood. [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed accumulation of food debris and grime on the floors at the cook line and nearby the 3-compartment sink. [CA] Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be routinely cleaned.

Measured noodle soup at 111F within the serving counter warmer insert. PIC stated that the soup was removed from reheating 1 hour prior. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Soup placed on the stove top and reheated to 165 F. Soup is to be held at 135 F or above.

Observed the door/ gasket to be in disrepair at the door between the walk in refrigerator and freezer. [CA] Repair/ replace gasket and maintain door in good repair.