BURGER KING #100
415 S 6 AVE, Wauchula FL 33873 · 863.773.3560
Last inspected Jul 25, 2025 · 5 visits since July 2023
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the men's bathroom, operator replace.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee with bracelet on while prepping food.
Food stored on floor. Observed bread on the floor, operator corrected by putting wheels underneath the bread.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the walk in freezer.
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed it.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee plating fries and nuggets with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer not correctly sealed at floor joints, ceiling repaired in a way that makes it not easily cleanable. Black and brownish growth in seams and joints of walls and ceiling. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer forming from ceiling joint's possibly leaking air from exterior. Walk in cooler door missing inside handle.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker incorrectly installed before /above the splitter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at sink at cookline.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee plating fries and nuggets with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer not correctly sealed at floor joints, ceiling repaired in a way that makes it not easily cleanable. Black and brownish growth in seams and joints of walls and ceiling. Ice buildup n walk-in freezer forming from ceiling joint's possibly leaking air from exterior.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.observed glue from labels still on pan surface after washing. Operator removed to rewash.
Sep 19, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager unable to access training for employees.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed joints between floor and wall broken and water seepage/condensation buildup causing black growth in walk-in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in hall to back storage at mopsink. And grout throughout establishment holds food debris.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk-in cooler broken and no longer cleanable. Panels have lifted from floor due to ice buildup.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed joints between wall panels broken and water seepage/condensation buildup causing black growth in walk-in cooler.
Reach-in freezer interior door covering missing and insulation exposed. Cooler containers open foods frozen burger Patties
Jul 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee remove chemicals from line return to work add gloves and touch ready to eat foods without washing hands.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook preparing ready to eat foods leave line and open coolers and use tongs to place raw meats on grill then return to line touching ready to eat food. Raw meat cooler not sanitized. Handling door to cooler cross contamination to gloves. Manager retrained employee.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed open chemical bottle on prep table beside n use knife and open foods. Employee removed to chemical storage area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Non functional towel dispenser at cookline area. Manager added towels to sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager unable to access training for employees.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damaged ceiling tile over single service storage shelves at back of establishment.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed joints between floor and wall broken and water seepage/condensation buildup causing black growth in walk-in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in hall to back storage at mopsink. And grout throughout establishment holds food debris.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk-in cooler broken and no longer cleanable. Panels have lifted from floor due to ice buildup.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed joints between wall panels broken and water seepage/condensation buildup causing black growth in walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed sealant or other substance dripping across the shield of the light fixture in walk-in freezer and on to floor. Floor covered in broken ice. Ice buildup behind condenser and on floor in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in freezer interior door covering missing and insulation exposed. Cooler containers open foods frozen burger Patties
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop,standing in corner on floor.
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