KFC — Florida Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety Records
KFC operates 238 food establishments across Florida with 5,387 inspections on record. The pass rate is 90.8%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Kfc Store Y351042 in Saint Augustine, shut down December 5, 2025 for sewage back up.
Summary based on Florida DBPR public inspection records. Updated May 2026.
Highest-Violation Locations
| Location | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kfc Store Y351042 | Saint Augustine | 35 | 211 | 2 |
| Kfc F569052 | Crestview | 34 | 132 | 2 |
| Kfc/taco Bell | Tampa | 35 | 241 | 1 |
| Kfc | Pinellas Park | 33 | 234 | 1 |
| Kfc | Clearwater | 26 | 229 | 1 |
KFC: Comparison to Florida State Averages
KFC
90.8%
Pass Rate
90.8%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
KFC
4.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
KFC
0
Closures per 100 Locations
0
Florida Average
1.38
Closures per 100 Locations
1.38
KFC: Recent Restaurant Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kfc Store Y351042 | Saint Augustine | Sewage back up | |
| Kfc F569052 | Crestview | Sewage back up | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken L518167 | Tallahassee | Sewage back up | |
| Kfc | Clearwater | Fly activity | |
| Kfc | Holiday | Fly activity | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Land O Lakes | Roach activity | |
| Kfc/ Taco Bell | Plantation | Roach & fly activity | |
| Kfc | Coral Springs | Roach & fly activity | |
| Kfc/taco Bell #9 | Bushnell | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Riverview | Roach & fly activity |
KFC: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kfc Store Y 300095 | Deland | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kfc # L518077 | Jacksonville | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kfc | Tampa | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kfc Y309050 | Winter Garden | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken L518151 | Tallahassee | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Clewiston | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Clewiston | 4 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Kfc F569050 | Marianna | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Kfc | Clearwater | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Kfc | Tampa | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
KFC: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 3,344 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 2,069 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 2,020 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 1,800 |
| 29 | Proper sewage disposal | 1,678 |
KFC: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | City | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2019 | Kfc/taco Bell | Tampa | $1,500 | 3--2019020506 |
| Jan 31, 2018 | Kfc F569056 | Defuniak Springs | $1,100 | 6--2018002103 |
| Jan 31, 2018 | Kfc F569051 | St. Petersburg | $800 | 3--2017060934 |
| Apr 20, 2015 | Kentucky Fried Chicken/taco Bell | Florida City | $720 | 1--2014052468 |
| Apr 13, 2018 | Kfc F569056 | Defuniak Springs | $720 | 6--2018012530 |
| Mar 4, 2020 | Kentucky Fried Chicken | Belle Glade | $640 | 2--2019056253 |
| Aug 29, 2017 | Kfc F569051 | St. Petersburg | $600 | 3--2017039042 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Kfc F569053 | Panama City | $600 | 6--2025083433 |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Kfc | Clearwater | $600 | 3--2024052458 |
| Jun 30, 2016 | Kfc/taco Bell | Sebastian | $600 | 4--2016028920 |
KFC: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 63 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 44 |
| Other fire safety violation | 31 |
KFC: Notable Locations
KFC: Locations by City
| City | Locations | Avg Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 20 | 4.67 | 1 |
| Orlando | 16 | 5.04 | 1 |
| Jacksonville | 13 | 7.32 | 0 |
| Tampa | 10 | 5.97 | 2 |
| Kissimmee | 8 | 5.10 | 0 |
| Bradenton | 4 | 6.01 | 0 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 4 | 2.38 | 0 |
| Hialeah | 4 | 4.19 | 0 |
| Lakeland | 4 | 3.65 | 1 |
| Gainesville | 3 | 3.74 | 0 |
| Ocala | 3 | 4.81 | 0 |
| Pembroke Pines | 3 | 2.36 | 0 |
| Pensacola | 3 | 3.37 | 0 |
| St. Petersburg | 3 | 7.97 | 0 |
| Tallahassee | 3 | 2.78 | 1 |
| Boynton Beach | 2 | 1.13 | 0 |
| Cape Coral | 2 | 4.37 | 0 |
| Clearwater | 2 | 6.15 | 1 |
| Clermont | 2 | 6.28 | 0 |
| Coral Springs | 2 | 3.00 | 1 |
| Deland | 2 | 4.13 | 0 |
| Fort Myers | 2 | 4.14 | 0 |
| Fort Pierce | 2 | 5.48 | 0 |
| Homestead | 2 | 4.70 | 0 |
| Miami Gardens | 2 | 5.44 | 1 |
| Miramar | 2 | 3.38 | 0 |
| New Port Richey | 2 | 6.92 | 1 |
| North Miami Beach | 2 | 5.67 | 0 |
| Okeechobee | 2 | 4.92 | 0 |
| Pompano Beach | 2 | 2.38 | 1 |
KFC: Frequently Asked Questions
- How many KFC locations are in Florida?
- KFC has 238 locations in Florida tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is KFC's health inspection pass rate in Florida?
- KFC has a pass rate of 90.8% across all Florida locations, which is 4.8 percentage points above the state average of 86%.
- What are the most common health violations at KFC in Florida?
- The most frequently cited violations at KFC locations in Florida are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- Which Florida city has the most KFC locations?
- Miami has the most KFC locations in Florida with 20 establishments.
- What was the most recent KFC closure in Florida?
- Kfc Store Y351042 in Saint Augustine was shut down on December 5, 2025 for sewage back up.
- How does KFC compare to the Florida state average?
- KFC has a pass rate of 90.8%, which is 4.8 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How much in fines has KFC been assessed in Florida?
- KFC locations in Florida have been assessed $27,560 in fines across 75 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $378 and the largest single fine was $1,500.
- How many fire safety violations has KFC had in Florida?
- 138 fire safety violations have been documented across 87 KFC locations in Florida. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- How often are KFC locations inspected in Florida?
- KFC locations in Florida have an average of 22.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
KFC: All Florida Locations (238)
Kfc 89 violations
720 Nw 37 Ave, Miami, FL 33125
24 inspections · 89 violations · Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken 1 closure88 violations
20285 Nw 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33169
16 inspections · 88 violations · Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026Kfc 87 violations
949 Sw 107 Ave, Miami, FL 33174
20 inspections · 87 violations · Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026Kfc 86 violations
14081 Sw 88 St, Miami, FL 33186
22 inspections · 86 violations · Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025Kfc 85 violations
5826 Bird Road, Miami, FL 33155
22 inspections · 85 violations · Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026Kfc 78 violations
10725 Nw 41 St, Miami, FL 33178
22 inspections · 78 violations · Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026Kfc 72 violations
701 Nw 119 St, Miami, FL 33168
23 inspections · 72 violations · Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026Kfc 71 violations
11975 Sw 152 St, Miami, FL 33177
18 inspections · 71 violations · Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026Kfc/taco Bell 68 violations
2375 Sw 8 St, Miami, FL 33135
24 inspections · 68 violations · Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025Kfc 62 violations
3535 Sw 22 St, Miami, FL 33145
19 inspections · 62 violations · Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025Kentucky Fried Chicken 1 closure132 violations
17701 Nw 27 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
21 inspections · 132 violations · Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026Kfc 92 violations
4800 Nw 183 St, Miami Gardens, FL 33055
20 inspections · 92 violations · Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken 133 violations
2693 Blanding Blvd, Middleburg, FL 32068
23 inspections · 133 violations · Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken 75 violations
6090 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33023-3938
21 inspections · 75 violations · Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025Kfc/taco Bell 70 violations
3650 Utopia Dr, Miramar, FL 33023
22 inspections · 70 violations · Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026Kfc W750268 210 violations
16800 W Hwy 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757
23 inspections · 210 violations · Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken 88 violations
13160 N Cleveland Ave, N Ft Myers, FL 339034829
26 inspections · 88 violations · Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken 116 violations
12225 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL 34116
25 inspections · 116 violations · Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026Kfc #324 122 violations
8688 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre, FL 32566
23 inspections · 122 violations · Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026Kfc- F569062 262 violations
8242 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
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