KFC
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
50
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at KFC stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “water treatment device has not been inspected” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Compared to other Merritt Island restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered from front lobby and began touching fry container and salt shaker without washing hands
12A-16-4
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. On path at rear exit, in mulch and into parking lot leading to storm drains. Manager stated that she has repeatedly caught employees squeegeeing mop water out the back door
28-14-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500ppm at triple sink. Operator diluted **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Hot water dispensers on counter have buildup of white substance on dispenser nozzles
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on water filters **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of walk-in cooler door is soiled. Employee cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
50
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on filters **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
90
Jan 30, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jan 29, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook swept floor with broom and then put on gloves to touch to containers without washing hands first **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-29: Employee handled chemical hose at mop sink moved to touch screen and then handled single service cup and lid **Admin Complaint**
12A-29-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-29: No change **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on fiter above hot water dispensers **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-29: No change **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along gaskets of reach in freezer next to office - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-29: No change **Time Extended**
14-69-4
64
Jan 27, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook swept floor with broom and then put on gloves to touch to containers without washing hands first **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
29-42-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date of last service on fiter above hot water dispensers **Repeat Violation**
29-28-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along gaskets of reach in freezer next to office
14-69-4
64
Oct 23, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Operator stated that employees were dumping used fryer oil on ground and in mulch behind establishment. Employees have been terminated and additional training with staff has taken place **Admin Complaint**
28-13-5
86
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 500+ppm. Operator diluted to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No dates of last service on water filters for soda bibs and hot water machines
29-28-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of Iced tea bags on the floor behind front counter **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk in cooler door has exposed insulation
14-36-5
70
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired April 1, 2024 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of splitter of mop sink **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under prep sink nearest to chicken prep area is broken
29-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water under and around chicken prep area
36-22-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tile over the front counter service area are perforated acoustic tiles
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone and speaker above chicken prep station. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
58
Feb 6, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-06: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
86
Feb 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
29-42-4
Intermediate - No running water at three-compartment sink. **Warning**
27-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. **Warning**
27-06-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. **Warning**
27-10-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC?
Across the inspection record, “water treatment device has not been inspected” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at KFC.
How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?
KFC most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Merritt Island average of 77.
Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at KFC have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at KFC means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is KFC inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, KFC is inspected around five times per year on average.
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