KFC

7605 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615

American

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, KFC has seven inspections in the public record. KFC was last inspected on Feb 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting KFC on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Biscuit baking pans. **Repeat Violation**

14-13-4

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths visible soil. At fryers line. Operator replaced sanitizer at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

21-11-4

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Ran hot water for over a minute to reached 85 F in hand wash sink at front kitchen food service area.

27-18-4

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Biscuit baking pans.

14-13-4

Feb 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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11-27-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Countertop soiled with water slime on side of the foundation soda machine at drive thru.

23-03-4

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Employee bicycle stored next to dry food storage shelf. Operator moved to back door area. **Corrective Action Taken**

40-01-4

Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance. At dining room over the front service area.

36-34-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired on 02/01/2023. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Jan 26, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided by email.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Big 5 posted. Manager has no knowledge of Nontyphoidal Salmonella. Provided Big 6 handout by email, manager printed and posted at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-07-5

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 by email. Manager printed and posted at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in freezer gasket soiled with grease like substance. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Aug 15, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Hand dryer at men's restroom handwash sink not working. Operator placed paper towel in men's restroom. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Interior of microwaves has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach-in freezer gaskets soiled.

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 Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at KFC?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at KFC.

How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

KFC most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at KFC have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three 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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