Burger King #24309
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025
82
Score
Burger King #24309 has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 24, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Burger King #24309 on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control. Cut tomatoes cut lettuce not marked manager added time marks to items **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor walk in cooler
08B-38-4
82
Dec 30, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer across from oven in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-30: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
95
Oct 28, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator discarded. Container of light cream accidentally left in cooler no longer in use waiting to be picked up. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 3 bags of lettuce in walk in cooler turned brown. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By office, operator replaced **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in front of **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open juice box in walk in cooler. Open water in reach in cooler on hot line. **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer across from oven in kitchen **Warning**
22-16-4
39
May 29, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. Operator stated they empty the machine every day and refill it, but only clean it every other day. I let her know that it is required to be cleaned every time they empty it or if the product is maintained in the machine at 41F or below every time that product is emptied.
22-09-5
95
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Employee drink stored inside ice machine. Manager removed drink and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-14-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees not using hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing.
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in frezzer next to microwave in back kitchen area. Manager removed drink and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
70
Apr 17, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter installed
29-42-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of equipment soiled
23-03-4
74
Mar 6, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal). Joseph Murphy Manager
11-01-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Joseph Murphy manager.
53A-10-4
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 - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Near drive through window
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Cup of coffee without a lid on prep reach-in-cooler
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees personal items jacket and backpack on shelf with cut leafy greens, tomatoes, pickles and onions. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator engaging in food preparation and no wearing an effective hair restraint
13-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cooking equipment and walk-in-freezer
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Pickle bucket on floor in walk-in-cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in walk-in-cooler top shelf
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored protected from contamination. Soiled and next to hand sink without a splash guard. Near drive through window
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Near back kitchen door and front kitchen area
42-01-4
45
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
45
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-24: Not completed yet. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above coffee station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-24: Still observed. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger King #24309 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger King #24309 on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger King #24309?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Burger King #24309.
How does Burger King #24309 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Burger King #24309 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Burger King #24309's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King #24309 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Burger King #24309 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 #24309 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King #24309 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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