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KFC # L518078

2258 EDGEWOOD AVE W, Jacksonville FL 32209 · (904) 765-2788

Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2609609
Grade history
NOV 24
APR 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater from hand wash sink near flour storage at end of cook line backing up from floor drain nearby.
High priority/28-26-5/Warning
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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened box of uncooked popcorn chicken stored over ready to eat mac and cheese in walk-in freezer. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing vacuum breaker on non-chemical side of hose splitter at mop sink. Person in charge added vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Corrected On-Site
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/ Observed 4 employees engaging in food preparation with no certified food manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover at mop sink.
Basic/29-18-4
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by mop sink.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple missing floor tiles throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer/cooler. Observed ice buildup up on condenser unit in walk-in cooler.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed interior of walk-in cooler door in disrepair and no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Basic/14-47-4/Repeat Violation
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed readily observable smoke build up throughout establishment. Multiple rented air conditioning units utilized throughout kitchen and lobby. Person in charge stated main building air conditioning unit and ventilation in process of being repaired.
Basic/36-65-5
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Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed; ice scoop stored in scoop holder and in contact with standing water at bottom. Mold like substance build up on ice chute for soda tower in lobby.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on drying rack across from three compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple missing floor tiles in kitchen area. Tiles missing near mop sink have standing water.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed walk-in cooler door and floor in disrepair and no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Walk-in cooler fans have excess ice build up on bottom.
Basic/14-47-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust build up on fan guards in walk-in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing vacuum breaker on non-chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored in wire rack in dry storage near mop sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed multiple cove moldings in disrepair throughout establishment.
Basic/36-03-4
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover at mop sink.
Basic/29-18-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored on prep table next to food items near walk-in cooler.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed amber plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored across from three compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles missing.
Basic/36-17-5
Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors near fryer station and missing tiles. Mold like substance build up on wall behind mop sink. Soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed interior of walk-in cooler has multiple locations in door way and on floor in disrepair and no longer easily cleanable.
Basic/14-47-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excess grease build up on nonfood-contact surfaces around fryer station.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to-go cups stored on floor across from walk-in cooler.
Basic/25-05-4
Apr 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing on non- chemical side on splitter. Manager provided
High priority/29-34-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Antone
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles peeling and soiled
Basic/36-32-5
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scooped holder soiled with water, discarded water and cleaned
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Shelving in walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance. -fam covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust
Basic/23-03-4
Nov 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater from hand wash sink near flour storage at end of cook line backing up from floor drain nearby.
High priority/28-26-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 19, 2024 · Observed at callback no change to wastewater back up. Person in charge stated plumbing company was en route to fix back up. Time Extended
Nov 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater from hand wash sink near flour storage at end of cook line backing up from floor drain nearby.
High priority/28-26-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on non-sanitizer side of splitter at mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on prep table across from walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at end of cook line by flour storage.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink near to go window unable to dispense paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table in front of to go computer. Employee removed beverage.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored on soda boxes in dry storage area across from walk-in cooler.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple clean metal pans on drying rack stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Observed employee wash soiled dishes then place dishes directly into sanitize compartment with quatanery ammonium solution without rinsing. Inspector educated employee on proper wash, rinse, and sanitize procedure.
Basic/16-16-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in walk-in cooler soiled and in disrepair.
Basic/36-73-4
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed excess garbage on ground around dumpster at rear of establishment.
Basic/33-19-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light on ceiling across from walk-in cooler missing proper shield.
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; hood filters with grease build up. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler under main cook line. Soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door. Fan guards in walk-in cooler with dust build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on dumpster at rear of establishment.
Basic/33-16-4
Feb 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Scooper for green beans dropped on the floor. Observed employee rinse utensil off with water and return back to line without sanitizing.
High priority/22-45-4
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty utensil that fell on ground then rinsed utensil at triple sink, returned to line to handle container of green beans without hand wash.
High priority/12A-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. One hand wash station in kitchen not accessible due to construction/maintenance.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile in kitchen area is soiled. Paint is peeling off ceiling.
Basic/36-34-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler, standing water on ground.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves under breading station soiled. Side of reach in freezer in kitchen soiled. Under soda machine in lobby area kitchen side soiled with build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm, retest 300ppm).
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor of walk in cooler in disrepair. Metal torn upwards.
Basic/36-10-4
Aug 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at drive thru area and one flying insect at prep area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On chemical storage rack near walk-in freezer, toilet tissue stored below chemicals.
High priority/41-10-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal pot in front of handwash sink at drive thru area. Employee moved pot.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in corner of walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles broken or missing.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ledge under dining room soda dispenser, on front line side, soiled. Floor under and behind fryers have grease build up. Floor in walk-in freezer soiled. Floor in chicken area of walk-in cooler has build up. Ceiling at cook line has build up of debris. Interior of walk-in cooler door soiled. Exterior of walk-in freezer door soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, bucket of pickles on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At end of cook line, hot holding unit interior and gasket have build up. At cook line, convection oven has build up on bottom plate.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. At drive thru area, bottom of multiple cabinets have finish material broken off at edge.
Basic/14-47-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, wire shelves have build up. Handwash sink at cook line soiled. Gasket on reach-in freezer soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking at foot pedal for handwash sink next to triple sinks.
Basic/29-11-4

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.