Burger King #3800

806 Athens St, Gainesville, GA 30501
American
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Burger King #3800 has been inspected five times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “proper cooling methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Gainesville facility scores 91, putting Burger King #3800 on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Person in charge not performing duties; not ensuring or monitoring that employees are using proper cooling methods to rapidly cool Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food. Responsibility of PIC (Pf) (h) Proper Cooling Methods. Employees are using proper methods to rapidly cool time/temperature control for safety food, that are not held hot or are not for consumption within four hours, through daily oversight of the employees' routine monitoring of food temperatures during cooling;Pf Note: EHS recommends all staff be retrained on proper cooling methods.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several pans of sliced tomatoes to be fully covered while cooling. Cooling Methods (Pf, C) (e) Cooling Methods. 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: PIC immediately had the sliced tomatoes uncovered.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dumpster doors to be left open. Covering Receptacles (C) (n) Covering Receptacles. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: 1. Inside the food service establishment if the receptacles and units: (i) Contain food residue and are not in continuous use; or (ii) After they are filled; and 2. With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment COS: PIC immediately closed the doors to the dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
82
Sep 3, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several pans of tomatoes to be fully covered while cooling. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Tomatoes were uncovered to ensure proper cooling can occur. See temperature log for cooling curve.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
95
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several pans of tomatoes to be fully covered while cooling. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and (ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Tomatoes were uncovered to ensure proper cooling can occur. See temperature log for cooling curve.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean dishes stack on each other while drying. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be stored: (i) In a self-draining position that allows air drying. COS: Employee voluntarily placed the dishes in the proper position to air dry effectively, during the inspection.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed gaskets to have an accumulation of food and black debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC to clean gaskets and area around fryers, more frequently, to ensure that no accumulation occurs.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
86
Jul 19, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC was unable to provide key drop agreement during the inspection. Maintaining receiving/corrective action records for deliveries during non-operating hours. Note: EHS gave PIC a key drop agreement template.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a black mold-like substance at the chute area of the ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Note: PIC will have ice machine washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the COB.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
82
Jan 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed Hand Sink in women's restroom to have a peak temperature of 81F. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF (38ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Note: PIC will call appropriate personnel to come and adjust temperature for restroom hand sink, so that it is in compliance.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King #3800 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King #3800 on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger King #3800?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Burger King #3800.

How does Burger King #3800 compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Burger King #3800 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 91.

Has Burger King #3800's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King #3800 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Burger King #3800 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 #3800 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King #3800 is inspected around two times per year on average.