KFC
Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025
100
Score
KFC has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent report on file is from Sep 11, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
“System maintained in good repair” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average is 98, putting KFC squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 11, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Live insects (appeared to be german cockroaches) in small crevices behind chipped/damaged tiles in mop sink area. Please have pest control administered and repair the tiles to eliminate harborage areas
6-501.111(C)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: No cover/lid present on refuse receptacle in women's restroom. Please provide covered receptacle
5-501.17
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: RPZ valve below soda fountain for lobby is leaking consistently. Food prep drain line requires adjustment. Please repair
5-205.15(B)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: Small crevices, damaged corner panels, and missing covers in various areas of facility including ware wash area, below counter near drive-thru and mop sink area
6-201.13
78
Mar 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chemical dispenser connected to mop sink with ASSE1001 AVB with water turned on and pressure on the line. PIC turned the water off and disconnected the chemical dispenser from the faucet. Discussed addition of separate water line for the chemical dispenser. ASSE1001 AVBs are not designed to be subjected to continuous water pressure and must be disconnected from faucet after each use
5-205.15(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels available at hand wash station nearest the walk-in. PIC provided paper towels to the hand wash station. Please ensure each hand wash station is supplied with hand drying provisions during business operating times
6-301.12
Toilet tissue not available in restroom
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No toilet paper available in women's restroom. Men's restroom's toilet paper was on the floor and no longer clean or useable. PIC provided toilet to each restroom
6-302.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer cloths stored in Quat Ammonia sanitizer solution with no observable sanitizer (below 150 PPM). PIC dumped the sanitizer and will refill it with new wiping cloths and Quat Ammonia sanitizer at appropriate concentration between 150-400 PPM
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Scoops found stored inside of the coleslaw container in the walk-in. The handle of the scoop was in contact with the coleslaw. PIC removed the scoop from the coleslaw. Please store utensils in a manner that helps prevent possible contamination of food products (handle kept out of food products). Discussed using a separate container for scoop storage between uses
3-304.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Debris build up observed in various areas of facility including walk-in flooring, on inoperable 3 compartment washing motor, behind shelving and cabinetry. Please cleaning these areas in a manner and frequency that prevents accumulation of debris. ***2nd consecutive violation***
6-501.12
61
Sep 24, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cooked gravy, mac & cheese, and corn hot holding at hot wells with internal temperatures of 110-130*F; temperatures verified with PIC's and inspector's calibrated probe thermometers. It was discovered that the dial for the wells was turned down to 0. PIC adjusted the dial back to the appropriate number. PIC stated the food items had only been hot holding for less than an hour and chose to reheat the food items to 165*F in the microwave before placing them back into hot holding. Please continue to monitor hot holding and ensure the unit is able to maintain the food items at 135*F or above. ***2nd consecutive violation***
3-501.16(A)(1)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Debris build up observed in various areas of facility including walk-in flooring, on inoperable 3 compartment washing motor, behind shelving and cabinetry. Please cleaning these areas in a manner and frequency that prevents accumulation of debris
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: Backdoor of kitchen missing door sweep alowing about a 1 inch gap on the bottom of the door. Please provide door sweep for the back door to help prevent access of pests to the facility
6-202.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Floor sink below soda fountain near the drive-thru window is slow and allowing water to pool inside. Please repair floor sink to allow water to drain quickly and avoid pooling
5-205.15(B)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at KFC.
How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Avondale?
KFC most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Avondale average of 98.
Has KFC's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at KFC have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly five 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.
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