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KICKIN WINGZ

8702 SR 52, Hudson FL 34667 · 727-233-3369

Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats152
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6113349
Grade history
FEB 24
NOV 24
MAY 25
DEC 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 7 rodent droppings under bar area in cabinet to the right of the handwash sink. Items stored in the cabinet like single use creamers and cups. Operator has contacted pest control to come out and service the establishment.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2019008213Feb 13, 2019Mar 20, 2019$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surfaces: The gaskets inside both reach-in coolers in the kitchen were found soiled with a mold-like substance. The fans inside the walk-in cooler were also soiled with a mold-like substance. The operator cleaned the gaskets in the reach-in coolers.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips expired. The operator order test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing in the corner of the kitchen by the reach-in freezers.
Basic/36-36-4
Floor is soiled and has an accumulation of debris in the dry storage area of the kitchen, particularly under the shelving area. The operator cleaned the floor.
Basic/36-73-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface: The floor fan located on the left side of the cook line is soiled with dust and food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
May 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter in kitchen- par cooked French fries (61F - Cold Holding) out of refrigeration for 1 hour, moved back to walk in cooler - recheck 53F On table next to fryer - raw chicken wings (53/61F - Cold Holding) out of refrigeration for 1 hour, moved back to walk in cooler
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple stained cutting boards in kitchen - repeat Soda gun nozzle in bar, operator cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. On white drop plate
Basic/22-20-5
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed Sliced Cheeses (Provolone, Cheddar, Pepper Jack) (48F - Cold Holding recheck 39F at 2:30 PM) in reach-in cooler on cook line. Employee moved cheese to freezer to rapidly chill. - Observed Blanched Fries (70F - Cold Holding recheck 55F at 2:30 PM) in prep area near oven. Fries had been out since 11 AM. Employee moved to freezer to rapidly chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - Accumulation of food debris and grease on hoods and hood filters in kitchen. Operator has professional cleaning scheduled for 12/18/24 and stated they will also clean before scheduled cleaning. - Soap dispenser has accumulation of grease and food debris off of cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Feb 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage room on guard in ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready-to-eat egg rolls not in original commercially sealed package. Employee removed and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut Tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch with Buttermilk (52F - Cold Holding) in wait station reach-in cooler across from drink station at 58F Ambient Air Temperature and frozen over. Operator removed items to place in walk-in cooler. Items had been in reach-in cooler for an hour.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in dry storage room on guard in ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine on white guard.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Damage to wall in cabinet area behind the bar area to the right of the handwash sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Oct 5, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 3, 2023Administrative 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
Show 5 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 7 rodent droppings under bar area in cabinet to the right of the handwash sink. Items stored in the cabinet like single use creamers and cups. Operator has contacted pest control to come out and service the establishment.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine on white guard.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Damage to wall in cabinet area behind the bar area to the right of the handwash sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch while preparing food on cook line.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning

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.