Carl's Jr
Last inspected: Aug 22, 2025
52
Score
Public records show five inspections at Carl's Jr stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Aug 22, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 11 violations.
Looking across the full record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Doral facility scores 74, putting Carl's Jr on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Also, observed soiled soda nozzles at front counter soda machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer interior used to keep Ice Creams. Also, observed soiled reach in freezer interior in front of deep fryers.
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed AC vent leaking water inside Women's restroom.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pickles plastic container stored on Walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside Salt container under prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout Establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water stocked between plastic containers on shelf over three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside Walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler gaskets. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
52
Jan 22, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw Chicken (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler by deep fryers. As per Operator chicken was placed 10 minutes ago. Operator removed chicken and placed inside Walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled near walk in cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled bottle of chlorox at mop sink. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup used as scoop inside sugar near walk in cooler. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed above three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near fryer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled near fryer.
23-03-4
50
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside reach in cooler by Walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
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 - Food stored on floor. Observed coffee box stored on front counter floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by cook line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled reach in freezer bottom by cook line. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor throughout kitchen. Operator removed buckets from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with sauces unlabeled inside kitchen. Operator labeled bottles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
55
Feb 9, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no Quaternary Test Kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in front of deep fryers, and inside Both restrooms.
31B-04-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carl's Jr last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Carl's Jr on file is from Aug 22, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Carl's Jr?
Across the inspection record, “no currently certified food service manager on duty” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carl's Jr.
How does Carl's Jr compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Carl's Jr most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.
Has Carl's Jr's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Carl's Jr have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Carl's Jr 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 Carl's Jr inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Carl's Jr is inspected around three times per year on average.
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