KFC
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
67
Score
KFC has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so KFC trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzles at drive through soiled with slime. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for Elizabeth and Anisleidis hired for more than 60 days no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on top of door frame at walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on top of ice machine. Operator placed inside triple sink for proper wash, rinse and sanitation. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of dust over chicken oven, warmers throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service boxes stored under ceilings tiles stored on shelves at dry storage. **Warning**
25-05-4
67
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nuzzles at drive thru soiled with mold-like substance. Operator started to clean equipment. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor next hand sink at kitchen area. Operator removed from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
86
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
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. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm) at prep area. Operator diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm)l **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
74
Jul 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
82
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed Paper towel dispenser not working at drive thru hand wash. Employee replaced the dispenser batteries. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by wall across 3 compartment sink. Also observed standing water by wall next to cook line. Employee cleaned up the water. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gasket soiled at single door reach in cooler at front counter.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
58
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance in the interior of ice dispenser for the soda machine located at the dine in area. Manager clean at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in pans stored above 3 compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed behind fan in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in hand wash sink near pick up window.
31B-04-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” 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 67 out of 100, which is lower 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 four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at KFC means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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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