Kentucky Fried Chicken

885 Us Hwy 60 W, Lake Wales, FL 33853

American

Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Kentucky Fried Chicken 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Lake Wales restaurant, which scores around 90. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 21, 2026

Complaint Partial

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches inside walk in cooler to the left on the floor. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.Soiled floors underneath expo line, dining area and behind the fryers. Operator cleaned swept and sanitized floor under expo and dining room. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-10-4

Dec 16, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind fryer. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor Bag of soda mix not stored 6 inches off the floor. Operator removed from floor**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around the door **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind fryers and underneath cookline **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. On ground underneath compressor

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Small walk-in cooler by the office

36-62-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. By drive through soda dispenser

29-11-4

Dec 3, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 26, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jul 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Whisk in hand washing sink by drive through area. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Soiled floors underneath cook line.

36-10-4

Jan 12, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sep 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled ice chute stainless steel guide. Employee began to clean. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of Pepsi mix on the floor in storage prep area. employee placed Pepsi on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup Observed ice build up around the door and on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Employee removed ice buildup from unit. **Corrected On-Site**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed holding racks in walk-in cooler dirty of food buildup debris and storage racks near storage area. **Corrective Action Taken**

23-03-4

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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 21, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kentucky Fried Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Kentucky Fried Chicken.

How does Kentucky Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Lake Wales?

Kentucky Fried Chicken most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Wales average of 90.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kentucky Fried Chicken have averaged around three 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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