KFC

4720 N Broadway, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

American

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at KFC stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 26, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

“Ice buildup in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in West Palm Beach average 79, so KFC is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 26, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Oct 7, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Kitchen; Employee touched his nose then handled clean utensils without washing hands Advised operator, employee washed hands **Corrected On-Site**

12A-25-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Advised operator to fix

14-69-4

Oct 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. At kitchen, oil stored on floor. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.

36-22-4

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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. Emailed one

11-27-4

Basic - Hot water foot paddle missing at kitchen hand sink plumbing fixture.

29-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate

FL-46

Dec 20, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Employee trained using a state approved in-house training program not performing their work duties in a manner consistent with the Food Code requirements.

53B-12-4

Intermediate - No running hot and cold water in handwashing sink by the exit door.

27-09-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at front line drive through

27-16-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jul 8, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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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 walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at KFC.

How does KFC compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?

KFC most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the West Palm Beach 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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