Burger 48
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
70
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Burger 48 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 15, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “ready-to-eat” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to other Oakland Park restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
82
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of white rice, rice and beans, etc. no date marks. Per the operator, all 36 hours since made. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sanitizer bucket in hand wash only sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic beverage bottles stored directly on the floor. Operator relocated to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed 0 ppm. Operator corrected to 100 ppm.
21-07-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding units.
05-09-4
52
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice and beans, griot, black rice, bean sauce all observed no date marks. Per operator all made 24-36 hours prior.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed hand sink in kitchen leaks onto floor.
29-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on all cooler equipment doors, handles, and gaskets.
23-24-4
70
Mar 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw snapper stored above ready to eat vegetables. Operator relocated to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with bucket and towels. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed inoperable hand washing sink in kitchen.
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at kitchen handwash sink.
31B-03-4
64
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat sauces. Operator relocated to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food in freezer. Operator placed in Ziplock. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in employee restroom. Operator provided. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed on cook line. Operator called for repair.
27-16-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light shield in rear of kitchen.
38-01-4
58
May 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Operator now using quat sanitizer. No quat chemical test kit. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Operator now using quat sanitizer. No quat chemical test kit. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-02: From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
Nov 1, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef burgers stored over cooked broccoli. Raw shell eggs stored behind spinach dip in upper section of flip top. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cream in 2 door US Refrigeration- per operator opened more than 2 days ago. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice and mashed potatoes in 2 door US Refrigeration- per operator prepared more than 2 days ago. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger 48 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger 48 on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger 48?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burger 48.
How does Burger 48 compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Burger 48 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Burger 48's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger 48 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Burger 48 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Burger 48 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger 48 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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