Burger Fi

4890 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246
American
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
39
Score
High Risk

Burger Fi has been inspected 12 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 20, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Compared to other Jacksonville restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at non-chemical side of splitter at mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high temperature dishwasher in use and not sanitizing properly after running machine 4 different times. Employee will set up three compartment sink as back up with quaternary to sanitize. Manager has technician to come out to fix. Spoke to Linda and follow day call back. Dishmachine, No 3-Compartment Sink If the dishmachine fails to function properly, this establishment has no 3-compartment sink in which to manually wash/rinse/sanitize. Such failure could result in administrative action and/or suspension of license. A 3-compartment sink is recommended. **Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-49-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed high temperature dishwasher in use and not sanitizing properly after running machine 4 different times. Employee will set up three compartment sink as back up with quaternary to sanitize. Manager has technician to come out to fix. Spoke to Linda and follow day call back. Dishmachine, No 3-Compartment Sink If the dishmachine fails to function properly, this establishment has no 3-compartment sink in which to manually wash/rinse/sanitize. Such failure could result in administrative action and/or suspension of license. A 3-compartment sink is recommended. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-45-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator using high temperature dishwasher and has no measuring device. Inspector uses State issue device to test machine
16-62-1
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator has 1 new employee with no written proof of form
11-26-1
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior microwave in kitchen prep area with food debris
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth on cook line not in sanitizer solution. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen vents with dust build up
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer with torn gasket. Reach in cooler on cook line drawers with torn gasket. Far non use reach in cooler on cook line with handle on flip top in disrepair
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor on cook line with grease build up
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Crack floor tile on cook line
36-17-5
39
Feb 4, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 2, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open, operating and serving guests without a license. Establishment was on previous warning under employee entity group Bamia 2. Unable to license today due to being on warning for plans. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: At callback still the same. Establishment is open and operating and serving guests without a license. **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment on previous warning under their employee entity group for plans not matching at establishment. Triple sink was moved and a dishwasher was installed where triple sink was previously but plans were not submitted for changes. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: At callback no change. Plans in OnBase still show triple sink where dishwashing machine is currently at.time needed to resubmit updated plans. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
78
Dec 2, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blanched potatoes/ French fries (74F-75F - Cold Holding) on cart on cook line. Operator stated he took them out of walk-in-cooler around 10a-10:30a. Discussed using Time as a Public Health Control or placing back in walk-in-cooler to chill. Operator started to cook the fries off. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed house made ranch dressing in reach-in cooler at front service line that was prepared on 11/20/25 and not consumed/ sold within 7 days of preparation. See Stop Sale.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open, operating and serving guests without a license. Establishment was on previous warning under employee entity group Bamia 2. Unable to license today due to being on warning for plans. **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on cleaner shelf in warewashing area. Operator unsure of the cleaner, therefore, he emptied bottle out. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed underside of wedges on wall at trip,e sink soiled. Also, ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in inning area soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment on previous warning under their employee entity group for plans not matching at establishment. Triple sink was moved and a dishwasher was installed where triple sink was previously but plans were not submitted for changes. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink on cook line. Operator replenished soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple clean pans on clean storage shelf across from dishwashing machine has old labels stuck to pans.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed sealed box with single service cups stored on floor in dry storage area and a sealed box with napkins stored on floor at front service line.
25-05-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed front service line and ice cream make station area with unsealed concrete floor.
36-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple gaskets on coolers on cook line soiled with debris.
23-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil at ice cream make station stored in standing water in temperature of less than 135F. Operator emptied container of water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on top drawer below grill torn/ in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing at mop sink.
29-18-4
26
May 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Front counter employee placed on gloves and handled single use items without food without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment plans do not reflect current layout of restaurant - dish machine has been changed out where triple sink was. Inspector contacted plan review (Andrea Reese) who states new plans must be submitted - temporary license could not be issued. **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler on cook line, cut tomatoes and sliced cheese 51F. Manager states that cooler had been open constantly during lunch rush. Lid closed to cool products. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two spray bottles containing chemical cleaner stored at front counter with single use items. Chemicals moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans do not reflect current layout of restaurant - dish machine has been changed out where triple sink was. Inspector contacted plan review (Andrea Reese) who states new plans must be submitted - temporary license could not be issued. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink is soiled. Cabinets below condiment station (interior).
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in prep area of kitchen. Inspector emailed sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind drink dispenser in dining area.
36-73-4
43
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked onions 110°. Chili 115°. Placed about 2 hrs before. Voluntarily discarded by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking Hand wash sink. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on equipment handle. Moved by manager
10-20-4
67
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chili (130F - Hot Holding); in food warmer across from grill. Observed lid open on container. Discussed with operator to reheat back to 165F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored next to single serice souflee cups under front counter. Operator removed spray bottle of sanitizer to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
29-42-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Container of hot dogs in walk-in-cooler dated 11/7/23 at 7:57a not consumed within 7 days of opening. Hot dogs still in walk-in-cooler at the time of this inspection. Discussed with operator. See Stop Sale.
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Underside of shake machine at spindle soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hand wash sink next to fryer on cookline does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. The faucet is restricted to turn faucet on higher. Operator stated that the hand wash sink has always had limited water pressure. The trickle of water will not rinse off soap in a timely manner.
27-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler drawers on cook line soiled.
23-03-4
43
May 4, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
82
Dec 14, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pepper jack cheese at 56F Observed Swiss cheese at 57F Observed white cheese at 56F Manager Stated has been in reach in cooler since 1pm and from there in the walk-in cooler. Manager voluntarily threw cheeses out.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pepper jack cheese at 56F Observed Swiss cheese at 57F Observed white cheese at 56F Manager Stated has been in reach in cooler since 1pm and prior in the walk-in cooler. Manager voluntarily threw cheeses out. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed potato cutter to be soiled located in the prep area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed blue liquid in spray bottle with no name. Manager stated it was window cleaner and placed name on bottle. Observed liquid in spray bottle without a name. Manager stated the bottle contained degreaser and placed name on bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door of kitchen to have light shining through the bottom of door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles throughout kitchen missing or in disrepair.
36-17-5
55
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed mop sink to have splitter and the non chemical hose side does not have vacuum breaker. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed potato cutter to be soiled on underside of cutter. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed multiple employee food certificates without date of birth.
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser located under counter next to register without label. Manager had employee place label on bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles of reach in coolers located on cook line to be soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed on cook line and kitchen to have broken floor tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger Fi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger Fi on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger Fi?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Burger Fi.

How does Burger Fi compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Burger Fi most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Burger Fi's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Burger Fi have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Burger Fi means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Burger Fi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burger Fi is inspected around three times per year on average.