Burger King No. 3531
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Burger King No. 3531 13 times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot”, showing up two times.
That's lower than the typical Roslindale restaurant, which scores around 85. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention air gap (p)
Inspector notes: No air gap at the existing prep sink provide.
590.005/5-202.13-P
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Loose floor tile near threshold of exit door repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
82
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes 72F lettuce 72F. PIC removed/discarded and replaced with tomatoes 41F and lettuce 41F. Ensure that your staff is properly trained on cold holding. Recommeded to the PIC to use stainless steal pans instead of the plastic to ensure food items stay cold.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Time as a public health control (p)
Inspector notes: Observed Tomatoes- 72F Lettuce - 72F. PIC removed and discarded at the time of the inspection. Ensure staff is properly trained on cold holding. Recommended using stainless steal pans.
590.003(D)/3-501.19-P
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand wash signage in mens and womens bathrooms. Provide hand wash signs in both bathrooms.
590.006/6-301.14-C
70
Feb 14, 2025
Routine
2 major violations.
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(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Lab results came back and the results were high for the vanilla. After inspecting the machine the tray was filled. Photo taken. Clean and sanitize the machine per the manufacturer's instructions. Discontinue using the machine until lab test results are in proper range.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure that staff is properly trained on how to clean the ice cream machine per the manufacturer's instructions. Documentation was given to the PIC at the time of the inspection.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
82
Jul 11, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed sliced tomatoes 72F lettuce 72F. PIC removed/discarded and replaced with tomatoes 41F and lettuce 41F. Ensure that your staff is properly trained on cold holding. Recommeded to the PIC to use stainless steal pans instead of the plastic to ensure food items stay cold.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Time as a public health control (p)
Inspector notes: Observed Tomatoes- 72F Lettuce - 72F. PIC removed and discarded at the time of the inspection. Ensure staff is properly trained on cold holding. Recommended using stainless steal pans.
590.003(D)/3-501.19-P
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand wash signage in mens and womens bathrooms. Provide hand wash signs in both bathrooms.
590.006/6-301.14-C
70
Jun 5, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
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System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink observed leaking from the drain locations.Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Clean under/around the 3 bay sink to remove all stagnate water.Maintain clean & dry
590.006/6-501.13-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: No posted certified food manager & allergen awareness certificates. Post current certifications from a full time employee
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
86
May 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Fire in establishment resulting from fryolater being left on overnight. Hole in ceiling from fire department. Discontinue operations.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize all floors walls and ceilings.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Nov 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
(a) ceasing operations and reporting (pf)
Inspector notes: Fire in establishment resulting from fryolater being left on overnight. Hole in ceiling from fire department. Discontinue operations.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean and sanitize all floors walls and ceilings.
590.004/4-602.13-C
86
Jul 7, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Ice cream and shake machine open. PIC will need to check on the results from when its and close when need to .
590.003/3-307.11-C
95
Jun 2, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood system soiled and not working properly per Boston Fire Department. Schedule cleaning appointment. Ensure hood system uis working properly before attempting to re open.
590.004/4-202.18-C
95
Mar 2, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters on the deep fry hood has heavy build up of grease. Clean to remove. Hood sticker expired Jan 2023. Please have both of the hoods cleaned before re-inspection.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Tiles in the mops sink falling of the wall. Please repair / replace
590.006/6-201.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floor under and behind ice cream machine.
590.006/6-201.11-C
86
Feb 1, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger King No. 3531 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger King No. 3531 on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger King No. 3531?
Across the inspection record, “(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Burger King No. 3531.
How does Burger King No. 3531 compare to other restaurants in Roslindale?
Burger King No. 3531 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Roslindale average of 85.
Has Burger King No. 3531's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King No. 3531 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Burger King No. 3531 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Burger King No. 3531 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King No. 3531 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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