How many health inspections has BURGER KING had?

BURGER KING has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BURGER KING ever been shut down?

No, BURGER KING has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at BURGER KING?

The most frequently cited violations at BURGER KING are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?

TEMPERATURE FAILURE: Inadequate cooling equipment cannot maintain required temperatures, allowing food to enter the danger zone (41-135°F). Overloaded or malfunctioning refrigeration allows slow temperature rise that promotes bacterial growth. Clostridium botulinum grows in improperly refrigerated vacuum-packed foods. Equipment failure during busy periods creates mass food safety risk. Provide sufficient refrigeration and cooling capacity for the volume of food prepared. Monitor equipment temperatures at least daily. Maintain and repair equipment promptly. Do not overload refrigeration units (maintain air circulation). Use ambient temperature thermometers in all cooling equipment. Have backup plans for equipment failure.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

BURGER KING

7955 W FLAGLER ST, Miami, FL 33144

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PHOENIX OF FLAGLER LLC · License: SEA2315341

BURGER KING in Miami, FL has 13 inspections on record with 81 total violations (6.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

13Inspections

81Violations

0Closures

Data current as of December 26, 2024

Inspection History (13)

Dec 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 28, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 27, 2024 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Dec 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Oct 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 3, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jan 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Jan 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

Mar 31, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Oct 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

BURGER KING has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BURGER KING had?: BURGER KING has had 13 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BURGER KING ever been shut down?: No, BURGER KING has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at BURGER KING?: The most frequently cited violations at BURGER KING are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: December 26, 2024 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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