Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin
Last inspected:
3102 E College Ave, Ruskin, FL 335705225Part of: KFC Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This Kentucky Fried Chicken location in Ruskin was emergency-closed on September 23, 2016 for roach activity. Over 24 inspections spanning 2016 to March 2026, the facility accumulated 157 violations, averaging 6.5 per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2016, 2021, and 2022, including portable fire extinguisher gauge failures and scorch marks around an electrical outlet. High-priority violations have been recurring, including shell stock requirements (cited in 2026, 2024, 2023), toxic substance control (2026, 2024, 2023), chemical storage issues (2025, 2024, 2023), consumer advisory failures (2025, 2024, 2023), and employee health reporting violations (2025, 2023). The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 documented 10 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: September 23, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016045563 | $400.00 | Sep 23, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Red fire extinguisher located at entrance of dry storage area.
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-09-23: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Behind hot holding unit - From follow-up inspection on 2016-09-24: Behind hot hold unit
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.
— Routine - Food · 47-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Behind hot holding unit
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 Ruskin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 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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— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin last inspected?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin last shut down?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin was last shut down on September 23, 2016 for roach 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 Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin are: Proper ventilation, Proper cooling equipment, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin had?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin find?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin been fined?
- Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ruskin has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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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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