KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN
6301 E 15 ST, Bradenton FL 34203 · 941-753-1217
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 10 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed a sewage smell in the restrooms and hallway.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2020002773 | Jan 2, 2020 | Feb 26, 2020 | $440 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed observed in main kitchen area employee engaged in food preparation with bracelet on wrist.Person in charge had him remove bracelet and wash hands.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed lid.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing door. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Mar 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed: Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access.observed on split faucet on mop sink no back flow device on one split faucet.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.observed in front counter area gap in ceiling.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat and washed hands.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on east end of building.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout entire kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.observed over grill and fryer 2 hood filters broken.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Priority: Basic
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer behind building.
Open dumpster lid on east end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing door. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles improperly stored.observed in dry storage area single serving containers stored on floor.Person in charge removed from floor.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting.observed in main kitchen area floors soiled with grease and dried food particles under equipment.
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access.observed on split faucet on mop sink no back flow device on one split faucet.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in 3 compartment sink area.Person in charge mopped floor.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout entire kitchen.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.observed over grill and fryer 2 hood filters broken.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted mop.
Jun 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed a sewage smell in the restrooms and hallway.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on fountain beverage machine ice dispenser shoot soiled with mold like substance.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout entire kitchen area. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Priority: Basic Observed: Garbage on pad around dumpster. Person in charge Person in charge picked up garbage.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled under fryers.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid. Open dumpster lid on east end of parking area. Person in charge could not close lid because lids were pinned against wall.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on east side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in dry storage room. Person in charge removed from floor.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout entire kitchen area.
Garbage on pad around dumpster. Person in charge Person in charge picked up garbage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled under fryers.
Open dumpster lid on east end of parking area. Person in charge could not close lid because lids were pinned against wall.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on east side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Standing water in mop sink by 3 compartment sink.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access at the mop sink in back kitchen area next to 3 compartment sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation at the Chicken station. Employee put on hat and washed hands As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and and Walk in freezer soiled gaskets. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on East side of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in Walk in cooler rust pitted shelves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in back kitchen area by 3 compartment sink. Employee washed soiled dishes,put on gloves, grabbed clean food containers and failed to wash hand. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer in back area of kitchen on east side. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on East end of parking lot. Person in charge closed dumpster lid. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors on east end of the building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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.