KFC
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
86
Score
KFC appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. KFC was last inspected on Jan 8, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Groveland restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of reach in freezer on cook line -interior of spray hose at triple sink -can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
86
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -quaternary ammonia 500++ ppm, operator diluted, 300 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker at incorrect location fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior tea urns -interior tea basket
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -scraper in hand sink by walk in cooler
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -kitchen
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -dish area
29-28-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing under dump sink by walk in cooler
29-18-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -caulking on wall behind triple sink -gaskets on walk in cooler, reach in cooler on cook line
23-03-4
43
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Glass cleaner improperly stored over the chicken prep sink. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -spray hose at triple sink has a residue buildup. -inside the fryer vats are soiled. -inside of the French fry storage cabinet. -ice nozzle at soda station by the drive thru is soiled. -iced tea baskets are soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Soda filter nozzles by three comp sink area. **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Basic - Boxes of French fries on the floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table next to buns by office. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water in walk in chicken cooler and by soda station at the drive thru area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Basket used for breading chicken in standing water.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters under the hood suppression system are dusty.
23-03-4
52
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter by three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-11: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-11: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
86
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter by three compartment sink. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under soda machine, **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Freezer to left of fryers. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Case of chicken in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
64
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Provided document. Manager posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - interior of Blodgett oven on hot line - interior of Rational oven in breading area
22-02-4
Basic - Ice buildup on ceiling in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Low boy on cooks line.
14-74-7
74
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of degreaser stored over napkins next to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Spray heat ice tea machine soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Green scrub pad stored in the sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions in 3 compartment sink area not dated.
29-28-4
Basic - Tongs stored on soiled surface between uses across from fryers on soiled counter.
10-12-5
Basic - soiled floors under fryers
36-10-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet leaking by fry station 3 compartment sink faucet leakimg
29-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils behin register
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water by chicken cooler
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Ce buildup reach in freezer next to fryer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled in between toaster and hot hold equipment
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at KFC.
How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Groveland?
KFC most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Groveland average of 87.
Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at KFC have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at KFC 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 KFC inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, KFC is inspected around three times per year on average.
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