Kennedy Hill Pub
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Kennedy Hill Pub has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Kennedy Hill Pub's latest score is in line with the Seffner average of 84. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing 1 food handler card for employee not currently working. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
86
Feb 12, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Septic tank system operated beyond approved limitations. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. Observed evidence of previous blowout observed at top of drain field. Observed sunken hole with black dried debris. Establishment encountered heavy rains in areas approximately 2 to 3 days ago, observed raindrops and printed in sand in drainfield area. Observed some condensation approximately 200 feet away from drain field down the hill, but no discoloration of water or smell observed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: MFDV operating on site was disconnected and has new support location for dumping waste water. Manager removed extra seating until repairs are completed and had seating change evaluation form completed. 30 seats present. Left side of septic in failure with evidence of previous blowout by dirt being sunken in drain field. No active leaking or blowout activity observed. **Time Extended**
28-11-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: MFDV operating on site was disconnected and has new support location for dumping waste water. Manager removed extra seating until repairs are completed and had seating change evaluation form completed. 30 seats present. Left side of septic in failure with evidence of previous blowout by dirt being sunken in drain field. No active leaking or blowout activity observed. **Time Extended**
28-12-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing 1 food handler card for employee not currently working. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: MFDV operating on site was disconnected and has new support location for dumping waste water. Manager removed extra seating until repairs are completed and had seating change evaluation form completed. 30 seats present. Left side of septic in failure with evidence of previous blowout by dirt being sunken in drain field. No active leaking or blowout activity observed. **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-12: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
61
Dec 11, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Septic tank system operated beyond approved limitations. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. Observed evidence of previous blowout observed at top of drain field. Observed sunken hole with black dried debris. Establishment encountered heavy rains in areas approximately 2 to 3 days ago, observed raindrops and printed in sand in drainfield area. Observed some condensation approximately 200 feet away from drain field down the hill, but no discoloration of water or smell observed. **Warning**
28-11-4
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. **Warning**
28-12-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing 1 food handler card for employee not currently working. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 30 seats, currently has 63 seats outside and 31 seats inside for a total of 94. Currently MFDV upon site is connected to waste water system. **Warning**
51-09-4
61
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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. Currently 1 employee working and 2 others are employed. Printed off three copies, had Working employee read and acknowledge form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - 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. Printed form and provided to employee **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jill Moreno **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - 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. Bartender does not have any food handler training. No other employees working on site. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed out choking poster and gave to employee to post. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
61
Nov 14, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
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Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Sep 13, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
82
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles, sodas
08B-38-4
95
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Pink liquid
41-17-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kennedy Hill Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Hill Pub on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kennedy Hill Pub?
Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kennedy Hill Pub.
How does Kennedy Hill Pub compare to other restaurants in Seffner?
Kennedy Hill Pub most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Seffner average of 84.
Has Kennedy Hill Pub's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kennedy Hill Pub have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kennedy Hill Pub 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 Kennedy Hill Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kennedy Hill Pub is inspected around two times per year on average.
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