KFC

1525 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009
American
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at KFC, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Dec 5, 2025. 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 one violation each time.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

KFC's latest score of 100 sits above the Phoenix average of 97. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Capacity-Quantity and Availability
5-103.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
86
Apr 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee pick up plasticware from the floor in the kitchen with gloved hand and then proceeded to work with food. Notified person in charge and had employee wash hands and put on new gloves
2-301.14
86
Oct 7, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13
90
Sep 30, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hands not washed when required (corrected on site)
2-301.14
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning (corrected on site)
4-702.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
3-501.16(A)(1)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
6-301.12
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was KFC last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at KFC on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at KFC?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at KFC.

How does KFC compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

KFC most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

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.