Kings Fries in Bowling Green
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4650 Sr 62, Bowling Green, FL 33834Kings Fries in Bowling Green has been emergency-closed once, on December 18, 2024, for rodent, roach, and fly activity. The facility has accumulated 180 violations across 24 inspections since 2022, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—more than 40% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been chronic: handwashing and proper hand-arm washing procedures were cited in at least 7 inspections; employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 inspections; proper cooking temperatures and food contact surface violations were documented repeatedly across the record. Disciplinary actions totaling $600 were issued. The most recent inspection on October 21, 2025 documented 30 violations including 3 high-priority findings (management awareness, parasite destruction, and food contact surfaces) and was completed with no further action required. The December 19, 2024 callback inspection following the emergency closure was complied with.
Most recent closure: December 18, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kings Fries in Bowling Green: Comparison to Hardee County Averages
Kings Fries in Bowling Green: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kings Fries in Bowling Green: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024072143 | $400.00 | Dec 18, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 7--2019020933 | $200.00 | Mar 25, 2019 | Tampa |
Kings Fries in Bowling Green: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections44 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kings Fries in Bowling Green: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kings Fries in Bowling Green last inspected?
- Kings Fries in Bowling Green was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 21, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Kings Fries in Bowling Green last shut down?
- Kings Fries in Bowling Green was last shut down on December 18, 2024 for rodent, roach & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Kings Fries in Bowling Green?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kings Fries in Bowling Green are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Kings Fries in Bowling Green had?
- Kings Fries in Bowling Green has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kings Fries in Bowling Green find?
- Kings Fries in Bowling Green was most recently inspected on October 21, 2025 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kings Fries in Bowling Green ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kings Fries in Bowling Green has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Kings Fries in Bowling Green faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kings Fries in Bowling Green has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Kings Fries in Bowling Green been fined?
- Kings Fries in Bowling Green has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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