KFC

723 Hwy 53 E, Calhoun, GA 30701

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

KFC has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Calhoun sits at 82, putting KFC on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 20, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 13, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 29, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed damaged concrete in main kitchen area with exposed tile underneath. CA: PIC is in contact with management and will have flooring repaired/patched.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed leak from three compartment sink puddling into floor. CA: PIC will have sink repaired and will ensure water drains into floor drain and will minimize the amount of water puddling.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed heavy ice build up on unit in walk in freezer. No food contamination involved. CA: PIC will have ice scraped and removed.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

Jan 23, 2025

Routine

4 major violations.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on clean dishes on dish rack. Corrective action: CFSM was notified; employee assigned to clean.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in ware washing area not operational. CFSM showed me a leak. No paper towels present at handwashing sink. Corrective action: CFSM was notified; handwashing sink leak to be fixed and paper towels stocked. Will perform follow-up on 01/27/2025. Performed informal follow-up on 02/20/2025. Back handwashing sink is operational.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed drink nozzles in drive-thru station and dine-in area heavily soiled. Corrective action: CFSM was notified; employee assigned to clean drink nozzles. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency and using small brushes to clean crevices.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed buildup on dish rack of clean dishes. Corrective action: CFSM notified; discussed purchasing hard plastic liners for the shelves. Performed informal follow-up on 02/20/25. Clean dish racks were still heavily soiled with grease and dust debris. I discussed with PIC what their remodeling plans are, and to send any information to me. Discussed if the remodel does not take place for several more months, the store is to buy a new rack or purchase hard plastic liners.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

Mar 13, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee with finger nail polish and/or artificial nails not wearing gloves while working with exposed food. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee instructed to put on gloves. Discussed employees with nail polish and/or artificial nails to always wear gloves when working with exposed food.

511-6-1.03(5)(f)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed vent covers in kitchen and chicken walk-in cooler fan cover soiled with excess dust accumulation. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, work order placed. Will perform informal inspection on 3/27.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed food employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while working with food. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee removed watch and ring.

511-6-1.03(5)(g)

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed interior of warmer cabinet by oven and warmer cabinet on cook-line soiled with food debris. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified, employee assigned to clean will perform informal inspection on 3/27.

511-6-1.05(7)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was KFC last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at KFC?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at KFC.

How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?

KFC most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Calhoun average of 82.

Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at KFC have averaged around one violation 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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