Burgerfi
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
45
Score
Burgerfi appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Stored food not covered” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
86
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cook handled personal cell phone, changed gloves and then engaged in food preparation - handling Cookline sauce and clean utensils, without washing hands. Reviewed proper hand washing and cook properly washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cookline - Cup in Cole slaw. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on flip top cutting board. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Front counter - container of ice cream stored uncovered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Cookline and front counter - Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator switched to chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-08-4
58
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
67
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
95
May 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline drawers - cheese (50-55F); hot dog (52F). Per operator items in unit 1 hour. No items prepped or portioned today. Advised operator to move items to reachin to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Accumulation of wiping cloths in cookline hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 1 employee without food handler/CFM training. Advised operator to have Food Employee Reporting Agreement filled out. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Per operator, raw shell eggs may be served on burgers cooked to any temperature. Provided consumer advisory to operator and operator posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Front counter area. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Large plastic container of French fries stored on floor in cookline area. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Ice cream at front counter stored uncovered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
47
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Backflow needed after v-split prior to non-chemical hose attachment. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Operator increased water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. 2 bins of ice cream - front counter. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cookline drawers and flip tops.
23-24-4
67
May 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side.
29-42-4
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Cracked egg with intact eggs in tray in : drawer cooler.
01B-14-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured co2 tanks by rear kitchen.
51-11-4
67
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container in flour bin in back kitchen. Plastic container removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burgerfi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burgerfi on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burgerfi?
Across the inspection record, “stored food not covered” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burgerfi.
How does Burgerfi compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Burgerfi most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Burgerfi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burgerfi have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Burgerfi 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 Burgerfi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burgerfi is inspected around three times per year on average.
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