Burger King in Palm Harbor

Last inspected:

32375 Us Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

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

Overview

Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor has accumulated 91 violations across 15 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has received two warnings, most recently in October 2023. Fire safety inspections documented three violations including cooking equipment without proper hood suppression, a portable extinguisher in the red zone, and a blocked exit path. The most frequently cited issues involve chemical storage, ventilation, and consumer advisories.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
91Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Burger King in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 6.1 violations / inspection 6.1 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Burger King in Palm Harbor: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only Electric convection oven. Some smoke present from cooking hamburgers in oven.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K type extinguisher near handwash sink in kitchen
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. A 6 foot high stack of bread is in the path of the exit. Moved bread **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.

Burger King in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V13 Parasite destruction
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections17 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 3 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V50 Adequate lighting
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Burger King in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Burger King in Palm Harbor last inspected?
Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 24, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Burger King in Palm Harbor?
The most frequently cited violations at Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Burger King in Palm Harbor had?
Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Burger King in Palm Harbor find?
Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on July 24, 2025 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Burger King in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
No, Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Burger King in Palm Harbor had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Burger King #4010 in Palm Harbor has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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