Burger King #05557

751 Hwy 98 E, Destin, FL 32541

American

Last inspected: Sep 17, 2024

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Burger King #05557, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 17, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer and line chest reach in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Destin restaurant scene, where the average is 90, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Sep 17, 2024

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Sep 9, 2024

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and line chest reach in freezer. Walk in freezer - Condenser and floor Line chest freezer- side walls **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Interior of line chest reach in freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation on side wall top.

14-36-5

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in kitchen handwash sink.

29-20-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Dining room adjacent to front door.

36-32-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen hallway door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Nov 3, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee observed changing gloves without washing hands after handling raw frozen beef patties and moving to the ready to eat station. Discussion conducted with employee reference hand washing requirements when changing tasks and putting on gloves.

12A-07-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice in rear ice machine observed to be contaminated with debris Manager advised during the inspection

01B-13-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen hand wash sink at first drive thru window blocked by cart Cleared during the inspection **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink adjacent to ice machine 77F after prolonged running

27-16-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Middle section of hood vent above Flame Grill

14-42-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Dec 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open raw beef patties stored with rings in cook line conveyor oven chest freezer.

08A-02-6

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach observed on floor adjacent to water heater ( rear storage area) Roach removed during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear kitchen door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in observed walk-in freezer at condenser unit. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jul 15, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King #05557 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King #05557 on file is from Sep 17, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger King #05557?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer and line chest reach in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burger King #05557.

How does Burger King #05557 compare to other restaurants in Destin?

Burger King #05557 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Destin average of 90.

Has Burger King #05557's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Burger King #05557 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Burger King #05557 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 #05557 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King #05557 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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