KFC

12566 Sw 120 St, Miami, FL 33186

American

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at KFC, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen prep line and behind fixed equipment.

36-73-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed tongs stored on soiled prep line table.

10-02-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed prep line make table soiled with food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing reach in freezer and cooler units.

22-16-4

Jul 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker on one side.

29-42-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by walk in freezer. Operator cleaned floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand sink in men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Nov 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the dumpster pad. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Jul 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the dumpster pad.

29-34-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled with accumulation of dust,located above prep counter by hot water dispenser.

36-34-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed for the interior of the hot holding cabinet,henny penny.

22-08-4

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed for the fan covers, walk in cooler.

36-50-4

Jan 25, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 5, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at the dumpster pad area.

29-34-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**

29-42-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice chutes by the drive tru window and seating area soiled with accumulation of mold like substance.

22-20-5

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**

33-11-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled, unit by the fryer. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was KFC last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at KFC?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” 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 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

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 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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