BURGER BARN
205 N US 301, Hawthorne FL 32640 · (352)481-4655
Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flies over center prep table closest the front counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flies over center prep table closest the front counter.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the stand up reach in cooler, raw chicken breast over raw ground beef. Operator relocated the raw chicken.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used as dump sink as evident by ice in sink at time of inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Standup reach in cooler and chest reach in freezer on cookline line door handles with food residue build up.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on seal of reach in chest freezer closest to the fryers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease/dust build up on cook line hood filters. Two door reach in cooler door gaskets soiled, debris and mold like substance. Grease build up on sides of cookline fryer and flat top equipment. Multiple reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the glass door reach in cooler in the storage shed, chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Ambient air of reach in cooler at 45F. Operator removed to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the glass door reach in cooler in the storage shed, chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Ambient air of reach in cooler at 45F. Operator removed to be discarded.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One expired part time food handling employee from 06/2025.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone on box of unwashed tomatoes on cook line. Operator relocated.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On shelf over three compartment sink, clean containers stacked while wet. Employee unstacked.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on seal of reach in freezer by slicer prep table. Operator states will remove later that night.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in two door reach in cooler by exterior door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up on cook line hood filters. Door gasket of reach in freezer in dry storage shed with mold like substance build up.
Stored food not covered. In two door stand up reach in cooler, uncovered cooked chicken from previous day.
Aug 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling over dry storage shelf closest to office area desk in disrepair, operator has attempted fixing with dry wall and paste, light fixture pulling the ceiling downwards.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee working on cook line with dangling bracelet on arm.
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee working fryer station with visibly soiled gloves.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles to chest freezer by fryer with residue build up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone on paper towel on prep table by fryers. Employee relocated the phone.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Build up of ice in storage shed freezer on walls and on bags of onion rings.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in reach in cooler outside of exterior door. Operator provided ambient thermometer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris build up in reach in freezer by fryer door gasket. Build up of dust on covering over hood vents on cook line.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flies observed flying around the center prep table opposite the grill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drive through soda dispenser root beer nozzle has residue build up in the nozzle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling air vent has mold like substance on edges.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage age stored on prep table closest the fryers. Operator relocated the drink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On the shelf over the three compartment sink, clean plastic containers stacked while wet.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood filters with grease build up. Exterior shed reach in freezer on the left side when walking in has mold like substance on the door gasket.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. One carbon dioxide tank stored not secure. Operator secured with chain.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored in container of single service ketchup packets. Operator relocated the beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone stored on bread rack over packs of burger buns. Operator relocated the phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers over the three compartment sink stacked while wet.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of grease on front and bottom portion of the fryers, per operator cleaning scheduled for Sunday.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop not in use stored with mop head in mop water. Operator relocated the mop.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-service articles stored in prohibited area. Establishment is utilizing home zoned as single family residence to store single service items used for commercial business.
Jul 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle personal cell phone with gloved hands, then engage in food prep.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flying insects present during inspection.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.23.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door reach in cooler milkshake mix, fish 47-49F. At fliptop cheese 50F. Ice cream mix 57F in top of shake machine.
Wastewater on ground of establishment. Pipe to the left of ordering window not connected, wastewater observed on the ground and drive thru area blocked by employee car.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No CFM present with 4 plus more employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling over dry goods in kitchen with paint peeling.
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on floor in kitchen.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Cardboard box for raw chicken utilized to hold cooked chicken.
Single-service articles stored in prohibited area. Establishment is utilizing home zoned as single family residence to store single service items used for commercial business.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.