Burger King in East Harlem Fails Health Inspection

BURGER KING restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - A health department inspection at Burger King on 07/30/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.

The restaurant is located at 200 East 125 Street in New York City's East Harlem district, serving local residents and visitors.

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The inspection details: "10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.

The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Food Code Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments.

In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.

Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.

Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

BIN 3335487
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
BORO Brooklyn
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Hamburgers
Council District 33
Community Board 301
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
SCORE 13
Latitude 40.700976834772
BBL 3022760026
DBA BURGER KING
PHONE 7187820222
Longitude -73.942367933599
CAMIS 50073571
NTA BK75
GRADE DATE 07/14/2025
INSPECTION DATE 07/14/2025
GRADE A
STREET BROADWAY
ZIPCODE 11206
Census Tract 050700
BUILDING 736
VIOLATION CODES 02G; 06D
ALL VIOLATIONS 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on July 30, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred..

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.