KFC
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
95
Score
Going back to 2022, KFC has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
KFC's latest score of 95 sits above the Miami average of 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handle covered in food debris. Operator wiped down. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
95
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025. Operator made payment to update license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash station near front counter. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall next to prep station soiled.
36-27-5
74
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
78
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Establishment is conducting non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods and the written procedures are not available upon request. Observed establishment no written procedures for non continuous cooking.
03C-90-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice dispenser on soda machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near 3 compartment sink in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
74
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unaware of probe thermometer calibration temperature. Discussed with person in charge and provided calibration handout. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed temperature for hot water at 75F in women's restroom. Run water for approximately 3 minutes.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed cook unaware of minimum cooking temperature for chicken. Discussed with employee and provided temperatures handout. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-15-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed paint peeling from wall near chicken preparation area and hood.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table near office. Manager removed phone. Observed employee food inside reach in cooler near ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on walk in cooler floor.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused reach in single door cooler near front counter. As per manager cooler is no longer utilized. Observed hot holding unit near chicken preparation area with out of order sign.
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with food debris at chicken preparation area and near fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on preparation table near office.
21-12-4
50
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 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.
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature at 3 compartment sink. Advised manager to place item underneath cool, running water. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris near chicken preparation area. Observed wall soiled with black substance near single service storage area at office.
36-27-5
78
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at KFC.
How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Miami?
KFC most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at KFC have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the 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 two times per year on average.
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