Burger King

500 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60661

American

Last inspected: Dec 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Burger King has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 30, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Burger King is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 30, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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In-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored on top of ice cubes, instructed to keep off cubes.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Unable to locate back flow prevention device for ice maker, instructed to expose

Nov 5, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Unable to locate back flow prevention device for ice maker, instructed to expose.

Aug 22, 2023

License

2 minor violations.

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Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT PROPERLY.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King on file is from Dec 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has Burger King's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King 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 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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