Burger King (Hinesville)
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
86
Score
Public records show six inspections at Burger King (Hinesville) stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surfaces” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Among Hinesville restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black/brown buildup on certain nozzles of drink machines in the lobby and kitchen area. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC needs to clean or replace drink nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic tubs stacked while wet on drying rack. Equipment and utensils shall be allowed to completely air dry before stacking or contacting food. COS: PIC separated the tubs.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
86
Jul 21, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black/brown buildup on nozzles of drink machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC needs to clean or replace drink nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing and cracked floor tiles around the grill area. Observed busted coving tiles around mop sink. PIC stated maintenance is working on repairing them. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed live roach on floor in kitchen area and presence of flies throughout the facility. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; and eliminating harborage conditions. PIC has pest control operator coming regularly. PIC should ensure no food items are left on floor and all surfaces are cleaned of residue to prevent harborage or attraction of pests.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed one of the exits to the lobby was no longer self-closing. Self-closing fixture appears to be functioning improperly, and door remains approximately 1-2 inches open when allowed to close on its own. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC needs to have self-closing fixture repaired.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
78
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed tub of cut onions stored on the bottom shelf in the walk-in cooler right next to raw bacon. Food shall be protected by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: PIC placed the onions on a shelf above the raw meats.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed plastic tubs on shelf near vegetable prep table stacked while wet. Equipment and utensils shall be allowed to completely air dry before stacking or contacting food. COS: PIC separated the tubs.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed some busted up floor tiles around the grill area. PIC stated maintenance is working on repairing them. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed burrito in the warmer with the biscuits below 135F. Need to make sure the warmer is maintaining the burritos above 135F within the warmer. COS by discarding of the burritos.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in the walk-in cooler above 41F. Check temperature log. COS by Person in charge discarding of the food item.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk-in cooler not working properly by maintaining food temperatures at 41F or below. PIC called manager and they ar3e going to get a mechanic to come today to add freon to the WIC. The facility will have to close until the WIC is working properly and WIC is re-inspected by Liberty County Environmental Health inspector. Observed faucet at the 3-compartment sink leaking. Observed top portion of the reach-in freezer not working. The employees put tape on the door to make sure the employees do not use top portion of the reach-in cooler.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in the dining room area and the kitchen area. Need to take preventative measured to control the presence of flies in the kitchen and dining room area. Suggest talking to your pest control.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no internal thermometer inside the walk-in cooler. The outside thermometer on the walk -in cooler is not working. Need to install an internal thermometer inside all coolers and warmers to make sure they are working properly.
511-6-1.05(2)(x)
64
Apr 8, 2024
Initial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed there were no paper towels in the men's restroom. COS: Employee replaced paper towels. CA: Hand drying provisions must be available at all hand wash sinks at all times.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the side door on the outside dumpster was left open. Need to maintain the doors closed when they are not actively being used. COS: Employee closed side door immediately.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
86
Feb 5, 2024
Issued Provisional Permit
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Person in charge could not provide information on how their staff area informed about foodborne illnesses and that they need to report sign, symptoms, and illnesses to the person in charge. The person in charge had the DPH employee health policy, but the PIC could not find the signed copies on file. The manager stated that she will have the employees sign the forms today.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black mold like build up on the top interior of the ice machine. Observed grease like substance on the interior of the flat pans. The manager stated she will clean the interior of the ice machine and the flat pans today.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed water leaking in the small front cooler that stores milk and orange juice. Observed door not properly closing because of a broken seal. The manager stated the seal is on order. Need to replace the seal as soon as possible. Make sure the food is maintained at 41F in the cooler. At the time of inspection, the food was 41F or below. Observed ice buildup on the boxes and racks in the walk-in freezer. Need to make sure the walk-in freezer compressor is not leaking during defrost mode. Do not store boxes of food under leaking compressor.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease and food residue build up on the floor and walls in the kitchen area. Observed food spillage on the interior of the reach-in freezer. Observed grease build up and residue on the outside the fryers. Need to deep clean the facility and equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the side door and lid open on the outside dumpster. Need to maintain the doors closed when they are not actively being used.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed some pitted ceiling tiles in the kitchen area. need to replace the pitted ceiling tiles with smooth and easily cleanable surfaces.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed the self-closing fixture on the rear door not working properly by completely closing the door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger King (Hinesville) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger King (Hinesville) on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger King (Hinesville)?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Burger King (Hinesville).
How does Burger King (Hinesville) compare to other restaurants in Hinesville?
Burger King (Hinesville) most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Hinesville average of 88.
Has Burger King (Hinesville)'s inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King (Hinesville) have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Burger King (Hinesville) 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 (Hinesville) inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King (Hinesville) is inspected around three times per year on average.
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