Burger King

5 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Burger King stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 19, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “system maintained in good repair” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Tempe restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the faucet that the detergent and sanitizer dispensers hook up to at the three-compartment sink leaking a large amount of water when turned on. Informed PIC that these pieces of plumbing need to be brought back into good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Aug 25, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the faucet that the detergent and sanitizer dispensers hook up to at the three-compartment sink leaking a large amount of water when turned on. Observed the AVB at the mop sink missing the cap and leaking when turned on. Informed PIC that these pieces of plumbing need to be brought back into good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Mar 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed red and black residue on the inside of the soda machine nozzles. Informed PIC that they need to be cleaned and that is it a food contact surface that needs to be clean to sight and touch. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing

4-602.11(E)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Burger King on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Burger King?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Burger King.

How does Burger King compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Burger King most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 94.

Has Burger King's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Burger King means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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