Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales
Last inspected:
885 Us Hwy 60 W, Lake Wales, FL 33853Part of: KFC Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales has accumulated 130 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 5 per visit. The facility has not been shut down and faces no outstanding fines. Fire safety violations in 2016 and 2017 involved portable fire extinguisher issues. The three most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
This Facility
4.9
violations / inspection
4.9 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg
3.26
violations / inspection
3.26 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Polk County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-06-12: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Back door - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-21: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. Cookline For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 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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— 5 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales had?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales find?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on April 21, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- No, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Lake Wales has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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