Burger King in Palm Bay

Last inspected:

4704 Babcock St, Palm Bay, FL 32905

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

Overview

This Burger King location in Palm Bay has been emergency-closed once, on October 23, 2024, for rodent activity. The facility received a formal disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Across 28 inspections dating back to 2016, the location has accumulated 195 violations, averaging 6.96 per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting, improper chemical storage, food contact surface contamination, and hand washing failures. Chemical storage and food contact surface violations appear as recurring findings across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on September 16, 2020, involving frayed and spliced electrical wires at the freezer line. The most recent inspection on July 23, 2025, was a complaint-based full inspection that identified 10 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 23, 2024 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
195Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Burger King in Palm Bay: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg 5.94 violations / inspection 5.94 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Brevard County Avg 0.16 closures / facility 0.16 county average

Burger King in Palm Bay: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Burger King in Palm Bay
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 17:25:00

Burger King in Palm Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Burger King in Palm Bay
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2024062482 $400.00 Oct 23, 2024 Miami (Doral)

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

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only.freezer cooks line

Burger King in Palm Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 8 inspections39 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Burger King in Palm Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King in Palm Bay last inspected?
Burger King in Palm Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Burger King in Palm Bay last shut down?
Burger King in Palm Bay was last shut down on October 23, 2024 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 Palm Bay?
The most frequently cited violations at Burger King in Palm Bay are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Burger King in Palm Bay had?
Burger King in Palm Bay has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Burger King in Palm Bay find?
Burger King in Palm Bay was most recently inspected on July 23, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Burger King in Palm Bay ever been shut down?
Yes, Burger King in Palm Bay has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Burger King in Palm Bay had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Burger King in Palm Bay has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Burger King in Palm Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Burger King in Palm Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Burger King in Palm Bay been fined?
Burger King in Palm Bay has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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