Burger King #16605

4403 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

American

Last inspected: Sep 17, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Burger King #16605, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 17, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Burger King #16605's latest score of 90 sits above the Tampa average of 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed tall think carbon dioxide tank stored by back door not secured at time of inspection.

51-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on compressor fans and floor in walk in freezer at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed paper refuse on/around dumpster pad at time of inspection

33-19-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up on floor/ceiling of walk in freezer at time of inspection. Operator states that work order is in for maintenance

14-69-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed missing/damaged vacuum breaker on water spigot in the mop sink area during inspection

29-08-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine bin at time of inspection

22-20-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered sanitary napkin disposal in women's bathroom at time of inspection.

32-12-5

Oct 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed mold like substance on soda dispenser around nozzles in dining area.

22-02-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris on floor behind equipment in kitchen and prep room. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of fryer soiled with grease during inspection. -Hoods over broiler soiled with grease

23-03-4

Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed dried food debris on large ladle stored with clean dishes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

16-48-4

Aug 4, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.

08B-01-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Liquid eggs 78, management had employee put ice in eggs **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle degreaser on shelf with clean containers **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cooking equipment

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Walkin cooler **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of straws with fan on top of case. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Used glove on prep table **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-17-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King #16605 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King #16605 on file is from Sep 17, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger King #16605?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Burger King #16605.

How does Burger King #16605 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Burger King #16605 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Burger King #16605's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Burger King #16605 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Burger King #16605 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 #16605 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King #16605 is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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