Burger King in Sarasota
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3235 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243Part of: Burger King Florida health inspections, violations & closures
BURGER KING #9856 in Sarasota had 25 inspections between August 2021 and August 2025, tallying 97 violations and averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Food contact surface violations were cited in at least 8 inspections across the record, appearing in routine, complaint, and callback inspections—a persistent pattern suggesting ongoing issues with equipment sanitation or maintenance. Disciplinary actions totaling $1,040 were issued. The most recent inspection on August 18, 2025 found 1 basic violation and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Burger King in Sarasota: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Burger King in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,040.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019051048 | $440.00 | Aug 16, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019038423 | $400.00 | Jun 17, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2019021867 | $200.00 | Mar 26, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Burger King in Sarasota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Burger King in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Burger King in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Burger King in Sarasota last inspected?
- Burger King #9856 in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Burger King in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Burger King #9856 in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Burger King in Sarasota had?
- Burger King #9856 in Sarasota has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Burger King in Sarasota find?
- Burger King #9856 in Sarasota was most recently inspected on August 18, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Burger King in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Burger King #9856 in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 Sarasota had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Burger King #9856 in Sarasota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Burger King in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Burger King #9856 in Sarasota has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,040.00 in fines.
- How much has Burger King in Sarasota been fined?
- Burger King #9856 in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,040.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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