Kentucky Fried Chicken

625 American Legion Hw, Roslindale, MA 02131

American

Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Kentucky Fried Chicken has been inspected nine times since 2022. Kentucky Fried Chicken was last inspected on Apr 28, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Among Roslindale restaurants, the typical score is 85; Kentucky Fried Chicken is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 28, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floor drain to remove visible soil.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: Floor tile missing piece near cooking equipment area repair. Ceiling tile out of frame repair.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 28, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Observed soiled floor in the back area and under the cash register. At the time of the inspection the PIC was moping the floor. Clean floors to remove all debris and soil.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Grease trap(c)

Inspector notes: There was a strong smell coming from the grease trap. Contact company to have grease trap cleaned.

590.005/5-402.12-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: The pest report states that there are a few holes that needed to be repaired. Spoke to the PIC and went over the last 2 pest reports. Correct all recommendations on pest report to ensure no rodent activity.

590.006/6-501.11-C

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Chicken nugs 120F- PIC removed chicken nuggets from the hot holding machine. PIC stated that there is no way to turn up the temperature. Discontinue using this unit until repaired. Fried Chicken breast in a separate unit temping at 127F. PIC removed fried chicken breast. Discontinue using oven until repaired.

590.003/3-501.16-P1

Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)

Inspector notes: Hot holding oven is not hot enough. PIC stated that there is no way to higher the temperature. Chicken nuggets 120F. Repair unit and ensure all foods are being hot held at 135F or above. Discontinue using until repaired. Hot Holding oven that store the fried chicken breast temping at 127F. Repair unit and ensure all foods are being held at 135F or higher.

590.004/4-301.11-PF

Nonfood contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Mop sink is soiled. Clean in and around the mop sink. Observed frost build up inside the walk in freezer unit closest to the warewash. Defrost and remove build up.

590.004/4-602.13-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean all floors and the floors inside the walk in refrigeration units to remove debris.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Jan 4, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Aug 11, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Ventilation hood systems filters (c)

Inspector notes: Hood filters above fryer soiled with grease and dust. Clean to remove.

590.004/4-202.18-C

Apr 12, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: elevate or repair or replace walkin shelving 6 to 8 inches

590.004/4-501.11-C

Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)

Inspector notes: regrout floor tiles and walkin

590.006/6-501.11-C

Oct 7, 2022

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floor below prep area to remove flour spill.

590.006/6-201.11-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kentucky Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kentucky Fried Chicken on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kentucky Fried Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “floors walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kentucky Fried Chicken.

How does Kentucky Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Roslindale?

Kentucky Fried Chicken most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Roslindale average of 85.

Has Kentucky Fried Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kentucky Fried Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kentucky Fried Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Kentucky Fried Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kentucky Fried Chicken is inspected around three times per year on average.

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