Kfc in Tampa

Last inspected:

8201 Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604

Part of: KFC Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This KFC location in Tampa has accumulated 127 violations across 20 inspections since late 2022, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection—substantially above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting, parasite destruction, allergen awareness, toxic substance control, and food condition issues. A portable fire extinguisher was found missing from its designated location on July 7, 2025. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 23, 2026 found one basic violation related to chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
127Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Kfc in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 6.4 violations / inspection 6.4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Kfc in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Back of kitchen.

Kfc in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Kfc in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kfc in Tampa last inspected?
Kfc in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Kfc in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Kfc in Tampa are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Kfc in Tampa had?
Kfc in Tampa has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Kfc in Tampa find?
Kfc in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Kfc in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Kfc in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Kfc in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Kfc in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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