BURGER KING
1455 N COURTENAY PKWY, Merritt Island FL 32953
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed at table in dining area. Operator killed
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025072083 | Jul 28, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 | $200 |
| 4--2022061061 | Dec 12, 2022 | Mar 30, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Icee machine has mold like substance build up around spout.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towels next to 3 compartment sink was jammed, manager fixed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In employee break room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust substance in drive thru and kitchen area
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Around walk in cooler area.
Hoods over broiler has excessive grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Oven has excessive grease build up inside, equipment is in poor repair, buttons on front dont work.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall has heavy dust build up between drive thru and kitchen walls
Whopper sandwich boxes in dry storage not stored inverted or protected from contaminated.
Jul 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed at table in dining area. Operator killed
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles over dining area have water damage
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil containers. Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Door frame of walk in freezer
Open dumpster lid.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Two entrance doors to lobby are locked
Jun 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw bacon stored above ice cream mix. Operator moved
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Tomatoes on shelf below make line are not marked.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle hanging on shelf over condiments at Togo window area. Operator moved
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Surface are surrounding dispenser nozzles for frozen drink machine has an accumulation of mold like substance
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tiles over front counter and lobby drink station
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple tiles in lobby have water damage. Drooping down in lobby and dry storage room.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Make line worker put on hat
Food stored on floor. Case of chicken on the floor in walk in freezer. Operator moved
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of open cups and a case of fry containers on the floor in dry storage room. Operator moved
Oct 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 400+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink next to make line. Operator restocked
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No forms available for new hires. Only forms available are for employees that no longer work at establishment
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser in rear kitchen
Ceiling tile missing. Multiple tiles missing in lobby. Operator stated that they are removed because a/c system is being worked on. No repairmen present
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents over kitchen have a buildup of dust on surrounding tiles Multiple tiles in lobby area have water damage and a growth of mold like substances
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on restraint
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along door frame, floors and ceiling of walk in freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink next to make line
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cases of unwashed tomatoes stored on shelves above cut lettuce and sliced cheese. Operator moved
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food held using a 4-hour time control plan was not at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below or 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above when time control began. Operator is setting out extra stock prior to the time that is marked on time stamps. Cut lettuce and tomatoes on shelf below make line marked for 11am at 10:45am. Operator moved back to walk in cooler to ambient cool and hold until needed
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink. Currently installed before the split
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Unable to locate quaternary test strips
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in lobby show evidence of water damage
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Standing water around drain beneath make line. Ceiling tiles in kitchen have an accumulation of dust around air vents.
Aug 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Chemical hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of oven heavily soiled, Beverage dispensing nozzle on dining room unit soiled. Cold rail holding sandwich topping soiled Hot holding slide trays unit soiled Interior of toaster and bunter soiled. Fry dump station heavily soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Foil sticky cover hole in back ceiling tile, ceiling tile in dining heavily soiled, ceiling air vent heavily soiled
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Multiple areas of food prep and stored missing cove molding / base boards.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food item, salad, stored over client items in walk in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next mop sink in back room.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors, walls and baseboards dear and shine equipment soiled with old food debris and spills not cleaned up.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Dry low grout line on tiled floor, standing water between tiles and not easily cleanable
Hole in or other damage to wall. Employee break room walls not smooth and easily cleanable, repairs needed. Multiple walls with holes needing closed/filled. Missing electrical plates.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. sides of food prep equipment on cooks line soiled Prep table legs soiled Hand wash sink soiled Metal shelving in walk in cooler soiled, old food debris present. Hood vents soiled. Clean dish shelving soiled. Interior of lobby/ dining room stainless steel cabinet soiled. Stainless steel and plastic holding equipment of to go items soiled, lid holders, condiment in drive thru
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. facia areas(wood) rotting, broken or missing outside perimeter of building.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front reach in cooler standing clean in unit.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink, slow drain.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cases of u washed tomatoes stored in walk in cooler over prepped and ready to eat food items.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate25 Basic
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Chemical hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 7 live flies observed in kitchen and dining rooms. Per C. Woods next unannounced routine inspection.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Not posted at the location, sign printed by inspector at the time of the inspection for compliance.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of oven heavily soiled, Beverage dispensing nozzle on dining room unit soiled. Cold rail holding sandwich topping soiled Hot holding slide trays unit soiled Interior of toaster and bunter soiled. Fry dump station heavily soiled.
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 on duty not able to pull hourly food employee training required from computer due to password protected.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Not able to show that reports have been completed, copy of form printed for manager on duty for compliance.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door / lid of ice bin to ice-machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Foil sticky cover hole in back ceiling tile, ceiling tile in dining heavily soiled, ceiling air vent heavily soiled
Clean-out cap missing from plumbing line. Back room under shelving, cap missing.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Multiple areas of food prep and stored missing cove molding / base boards.
Drain cover(s) missing. Multiple drain covers through out location missing.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food item, salad, stored over client items in walk in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Enter sink of 3 compartment used to wash, the left sink to rinse and right sink to sanitize due to seal broken on left sink, not able to hold water.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next mop sink in back room.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors, walls and baseboards dear and shine equipment soiled with old food debris and spills not cleaned up.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Dry low grout line on tiled floor, standing water between tiles and not easily cleanable
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Employee break room walls not smooth and easily cleanable, repairs needed. Multiple walls with holes needing closed/filled. Missing electrical plates.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer units in food prep areas, fry station and raw burgers need defrosting.
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. sides of food prep equipment on cooks line soiled Prep table legs soiled Hand wash sink soiled Metal shelving in walk in cooler soiled, old food debris present. Hood vents soiled. Clean dish shelving soiled. Interior of lobby/ dining room stainless steel cabinet soiled. Stainless steel and plastic holding equipment of to go items soiled, lid holders, condiment in drive thru
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. facia areas(wood) rotting, broken or missing outside perimeter of building.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front reach in cooler standing clean in unit.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink, slow drain.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Electrical, plumbing and water lines over and under equipment in need of cleaning.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken near back door, not in use needs removed.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cases of u washed tomatoes stored in walk in cooler over prepped and ready to eat food items.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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