Burger King

5324 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32789

American

Last inspected: Jun 9, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

Burger King appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jun 9, 2023. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Note that Burger King's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jun 9, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to five violations.

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

Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so Burger King trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Jun 9, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. At compressor

14-69-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Multiple employees in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pasteurized eggs (52F - Cold Holding). On counter. Operator states out less then 30 minutes. Placed in walk-in cooler **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**

03A-02-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under fryers - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**

36-01-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Separating from wall at handsink right of three compartment sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**

36-24-5

Dec 5, 2022

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 14 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over cooked nuggets in low boy freezer across from fryer - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

08A-17-6

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee go into walk-in cooler and return to food prep without removing gloves and washing hands. Operator coached employee on proper hand washing **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

12A-09-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

16-37-1

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At triple sink also next to office - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

31B-02-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

22-20-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Near handsink at triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

36-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under oil receptacle - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

36-01-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. At mop sink, right side - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

36-24-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer Hamburger freezer chest. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to Fanta machine - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. At either side of triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

33-38-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In cabinet under bun toaster in kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

33-16-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male cook - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-05: **Time Extended**

13-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King on file is from Jun 9, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger King?

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

How does Burger King compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Burger King most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Burger King's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Burger King have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Burger King means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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