KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN
4635 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · (941)625-1200
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatula and wiping cloth at prep area handwash sink. Operator removed the spatula and wiping cloth.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed door not tight fitting at men's restroom.
Ceiling tile missing.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no beard guard on employee at cookline.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose bibb by fry area. Operator placed vacuum breaker on hose bibb.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed missing filter at cartridge next to ice machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris underneath shelves at Walk in Freezer.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at interior hose bibb in prep area above prep table.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed Men's bathroom unavailable due to water leakage in ceiling.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed access water on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the water by mopping the floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken on floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall between Walk in Cooler and Freezer.
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned the blade.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door not self closing/tight fitting.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at various locations in kitchen.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed men's restroom door not tight fitting.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed with no hair restraint at prep line. Employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at kitchen handwash sink.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers at dish shelf stacked on top of each other with no airflow. Educated the operator. Operator corrected by placing the containers in a manner to allow airflow between the containers.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at prep area/ ware washing area handwash sink.
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at various locations throughout the establishment.
Aug 2, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing at dry storage area above ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles at various locations throughout the establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at various locations throughout the establishment.
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.