Burger King
Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025
45
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Burger King stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 3, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of brown mold-like substance in the interior” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
That's lower than the typical Sanford restaurant, which scores around 77. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
45
Oct 25, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath walk-in freezer shelves **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fry station has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Oct 3, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwave has a light accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of ice machine has a light accumulation of black, mold-like substance, operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -food debris in handwashing sink next to triple sink **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling/ventilation system over lobby currently undergoing repairs during the inspection. Per operator, water was previously leaking from ventilation system, multiple ceiling tiles with apparent water damage and an accumulation of black, mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Faucet/handle in disrepair at plumbing fixture. -handwash sink next to triple sink, cold water handle not functioning **Warning**
29-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath walk-in freezer shelves **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -ice scoop stored directly on top of ice machine, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fry station has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning**
23-03-4
61
Aug 26, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Raw Animal Food Properly Separated from Each Other and RTE Food
FL-47
64
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -next to fryers **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -black moldlike substance in corner of counter drain next to lobby drink machine **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of brown mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -ice machine at back exit **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -walk in cooler
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vents by ice machine, storeroom soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. **Corrected On-Site**
33-14-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone in prep area **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk in freezer floor **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -shield near back door cracked -shield in storeroom has brown staining inside
38-01-4
50
Sep 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Completed date missing from certificates.
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue liquid, customer frank station. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger King last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger King on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger King?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of brown mold-like substance in the interior” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Burger King.
How does Burger King compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
Burger King most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has Burger King's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Burger King 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 King inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King is inspected around two times per year on average.
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