KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL
6601 OLD WINTER GARDEN RD, Orlando FL 32835 · 973.618.6672
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 15 flying insects in prep area and dry storage area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025001170 | Oct 29, 2024 | Feb 17, 2025 | $160 |
| 4--2020040681 | Aug 6, 2020 | Aug 31, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -hand wash sink next to mop sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled
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Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Mac and cheese (125F - Hot Holding) -item microwaved brining temp to 166F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -brown in rice -sauce cups in spice containers
Food stored on floor. -bucket of raw fish
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink in kitchen
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Gardy
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle with purple substance at dish sink not labeled
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -water filter under soda machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -sauce cups used at scoop in spice containers
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -right ride of soda rack
Cardboard recycle dumpster/compactor contains garbage with food residue.
Dumpster overflowing garbage. -cardboard bin
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. -cardboard bin
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. -cardboard bin
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -rice scoop handle in contact with food product
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. -hood system accumulation of grease
Jan 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table soiled Fryer baskets soiled Cutting board soiled
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser in unlabeled bottle. Manager labeled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank in back dry storage area. Manager secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in back kitchen area soiled. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee back on dry storage shelf. Manager removed. Employee phone over prep table
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear plastic containers on dish rack above 3 compartment sink
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall at three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light over reach in freezer in dry storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach freezer across from prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by hand washing sink soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop on mop bucket at mop sink
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor under fryer soiled
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw Chicken over lemons in walk in cooler. Manager corrected.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per manager from the night prior Philly Steak (55F - Cold Holding); Raw burger patties (56F - Cold Holding) Cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozarella (52F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per manager from the night prior Philly Steak (55F - Cold Holding); Raw burger patties (56F - Cold Holding) Cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozarella (52F - Cold Holding)
Whole meat roast hot held at less than 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Per manager less than 4 hours manager reheat 168F Mac and Cheese (87F - Hot Holding); Mashed Potatoes (89F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table soiled Fryer baskets soiled Cutting board soiled
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser in unlabeled bottle. Manager labeled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank in back dry storage area. Manager secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in back kitchen area soiled. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee back on dry storage shelf. Manager removed. Employee phone over prep table
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear plastic containers on dish rack above 3 compartment sink
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall at three compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light over reach in freezer in dry storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach freezer across from prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by hand washing sink soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop on mop bucket at mop sink
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm manager replaced water. rechecked 50 ppm
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor under fryer soiled
Oct 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sep 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Aug 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 15 flying insects in prep area and dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Less than four hours per operator. Operator reheated Mac and cheese (102F - Hot Holding) Cooked corn (104F - Hot Holding)
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. quatenary strips used instead of chlorine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee water bottle next to single serve cups at front counter
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two male on cooks line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in cooler across from cooks line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in behind cooks line
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks at front counter.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at 3 compartment sink Wall by reach in cooler and back storage areas
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over potatoes in reach in freezer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles of glass cleaner On prep table and next to go containers front counter *
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Both hand washing sinks blocked with pans and buckets.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. by fry station.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Eye glasses on dry storage rack next to food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 3 employees in kitchen area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 3 employees on cooks line and prep area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers on dish rack
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler gasket
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On the side and back of frying station.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade spatula used for food preparation- direct contact with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken stored over ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. - raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods on cooks line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw fish 50° Operator seasoned fish 3 hours prior. Operator place raw fish and beef bacon in freezer for quick cool. New temperature:41° Raw beet bacon 44°
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute at drink station in dining area. - can opener -interior of fryers and fry baskets -white cutting board on cooks line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - Ladder blocking hand sink in kitchen area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -Chlorine test strip
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 5 new hires
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. - Spray can of paint stored on shelf next to food item in dry storage area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - white cutting board on cooks line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - drink, eye Glass store on shelf above prep table next to food items in dry storage area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. -Gasket on walk-in cooler door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door open at the time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. - containers stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Crack shield, light fixture at back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Speed rack - Exterior of flour containers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.