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KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN

2218 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Valrico FL 33594

Last inspected Sep 9, 2024 · 5 visits since October 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence3910218
Grade history
OCT 23
JAN 24
JUL 24
SEP 24
≈ ERRATIC

4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 2 fly larvae in standing water where broken tile is by back hand sink Observed 15 fly larvae under molding by front counter. 3 dead flies on windows in dining area
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2024041433Jul 10, 2024Aug 13, 2024$400

Inspection history

5 visits, newest first

Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live flying insect observed on the wall at mop sink. Manager eradicated the fly, cleaned and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quat sanitizer in 3 compartment sink tested at over 500ppm. Manager drained and refilled, tested at 300ppm.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed throughout establishment.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roach observed under shelving in dry storage Manager removed roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Show the remaining 3 findings ▾
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles and missing grout observed throughout establishment.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of pickles stored on the floor in walk in cooler. Manager moved bucket onto shelf
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager moved bucket to storage shelf.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Jul 11, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No proof provided that some new food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken throughout establishment
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout and broken floor tiles throughout establishment
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 11, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 10, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies in dining area on baseboards. 3 live flies flying in dining room 1 live fly on wall at hand sink by drive thru window 2 live flies on wall by back hand sink 25 live flies under front counter
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 2 fly larvae in standing water where broken tile is by back hand sink Observed 15 fly larvae under molding by front counter. 3 dead flies on windows in dining area
High priority/35A-09-4/Warning
No proof provided that some new food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. By back hand washing sink next to dry storage. Manager refilled
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken throughout establishment
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor under shelving in dry storage
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed excessive food debris and grease Under cook line equipment and on walls behind cook line equipment
Basic/36-01-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout and broken floor tiles throughout establishment
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Using as dump sink
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Water under tile
Basic/36-17-5
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site

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.