Kfc in Winter Haven
Last inspected:
401 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL 33880Part of: KFC Florida health inspections, violations & closures
This KFC location in Winter Haven has completed 20 inspections since July 2022, recording 90 total violations with no emergency closures. The facility averaged 4.5 violations per inspection, significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2, though the trend has improved considerably in recent inspections. Consumer advisory violations and chemical storage issues were recurring findings across multiple inspections from 2022 through early 2024, while hand washing and parasite destruction violations appeared sporadically. All 20 inspections resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" dispositions, indicating violations were corrected or did not warrant further enforcement. The most recent inspection on January 26, 2026 found only one basic violation and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kfc in Winter Haven: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Kfc in Winter Haven: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 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
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kfc in Winter Haven: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kfc in Winter Haven last inspected?
- Kfc in Winter Haven was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Kfc in Winter Haven?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kfc in Winter Haven are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has Kfc in Winter Haven had?
- Kfc in Winter Haven has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kfc in Winter Haven find?
- Kfc in Winter Haven was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kfc in Winter Haven ever been shut down?
- No, Kfc in Winter Haven has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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