Kentucky Fried Chicken
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Kentucky Fried Chicken six times, with records going back to 2024. Kentucky Fried Chicken was last inspected on Feb 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Jonesboro facility scores 85, putting Kentucky Fried Chicken on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed Tea nozzle at front service tea dispenser with build-up and in need of cleaning. Advised to clean. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be kept clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of savory white gravy stored on floor in rear dry storage area. COS: PIC moved to shelf. CA: Store food items minimum of 6 inches off floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed door of walk in freezer in poor repair. Leak was pooling onto floor due to cooler not latching. Advised to repair. CA: Equipment shall be kept in good repair.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors, walls, and coving near fryers under work table with heavy buildup and in need of deep cleaning. Also observed floors and coving near 3-compartment sink in need of cleaning. CA: Floors walls and coving shall be kept clean.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
78
Aug 14, 2025
Followup
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
5-1A - proper cooking time and temperatures
Inspector notes: PIC couldn't prove par cooking procedures. Advised PIC par cook procedures shall be provided at time of inspection.
511-6-1.04(5)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not posted at the drive thru or the most recent inspection report posted in the dining area. Advised PIC the most recent inspection report shall be posted at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed heavy fecal matter on surfaces of the toilet in the men's restroom. Advised to place out of order and to clean.
511-6-1.07(5)(h)
78
Jul 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
5-1A - proper cooking time and temperatures
Inspector notes: PIC couldn't prove par cooking procedures. Advised PIC parcook procedures shall be provided at time of inspection.
511-6-1.04(5)(d)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods in walk in cooler. Advised PIC that all TCS foods shall be held @ 41F or below. Advised to relocate.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC stated no key drop delivery agreements available at time of inspection. Advised agreement shall be provided at the time of inspection.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not posted at drive thru window. Advised top 1/3 of inspection report shall be posted at window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
64
Feb 11, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed facility using a key drop delivery without proof of a contract. Advised PIC when facilities are using a key drop delivery a contact shall be provided during each inspection. Handout was provided.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report not posted in public view. Advised to post the current inspection report at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed containers not properly air-dried before stacked together. Advised PIC all equipment and utensils shall be properly airdried before items are stacked together.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
82
Sep 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods cold holding above 41F in the walk-in cooler. Advised PIC TCS foods shall cold hold at 41F or below. COS: PIC discarded chicken.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed facility using a key drop delivery without proof of a contract. Advised PIC when facilities are using a key drop delivery a contact shall be provided during each inspection.
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: The PIC could not provide documentation on employee health policy agreement. The PIC shall provide documentation and satisfactorily demonstrate during an inspection, that all food employees and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report to management information about their health and activities as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food. Advised PIC to obtain a policy and have employee sign.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed ambient temperature at 51F in the walk in cooler. Advised PIC when using equipment that contains TCS foods the ambient temperature shall not exceed 41F. Advised to have cooler repaired.
511-6-1.05(6)(q)
67
Mar 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods not cold holding at 41F or below. COS- raw chicken was moved to cooler and raw chicken marinade was changed out
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not posted at drive thru window. Advised to post top 1/3 of inspection report at drive thru window
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kentucky Fried Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kentucky Fried Chicken on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kentucky Fried Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kentucky Fried Chicken.
How does Kentucky Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Jonesboro?
Kentucky Fried Chicken most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Jonesboro average of 85.
Has Kentucky Fried Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kentucky Fried Chicken have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kentucky Fried Chicken 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 Kentucky Fried Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kentucky Fried Chicken is inspected around three times per year on average.
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