Burger King in Clearwater

Last inspected:

23904 Us 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33765

Part of: Burger King Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has been emergency-closed once, on June 18, 2015, for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 66 violations across 12 inspections dating from 2018 to July 2025, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection — slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections, indicating a recurring compliance issue. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on January 19, 2022, involving a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. The most recent inspection on July 14, 2025 found 2 high-priority hand washing violations and concluded with no further action required.

Most recent closure: June 18, 2015 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

12Inspections
66Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Burger King in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Burger King in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Burger King #1180 in Clearwater
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 15:19:00

Burger King in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Burger King #1180 in Clearwater
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2015027819 $400.00 Jun 18, 2015 Miami (Doral)

Burger King in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on cook line in recharge zone. Employee replaced fire extinguisher during inspection **Corrected On-Site**

Burger King in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Burger King in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King in Clearwater last inspected?
Burger King #1180 in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Burger King in Clearwater last shut down?
Burger King #1180 in Clearwater was last shut down on June 18, 2015 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Burger King in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited violations at Burger King #1180 in Clearwater are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Burger King in Clearwater had?
Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Burger King in Clearwater find?
Burger King #1180 in Clearwater was most recently inspected on July 14, 2025 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Burger King in Clearwater ever been shut down?
Yes, Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Burger King in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Burger King in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Burger King in Clearwater been fined?
Burger King #1180 in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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