KINGS FRIES
4650 SR 62, Bowling Green FL 33834 · 863-773-0400
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 7 visits since April 2024
APR 24
DEC 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed in corner in the front area under the bread rack approximately twelve droppings.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024072143 | Dec 18, 2024 | Apr 14, 2025 | $400 |
| 7--2019020933 | Mar 25, 2019 | May 22, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on container of lettuce in kitchen.
Aug 10, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 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 priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Observed owner has no way of cleaning food contact utensils.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed 6 flats of raw hard shell eggs over 2 cases of gatorade in reach in cooler out back, owner moved the drinks.
No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Observed no sanitizer at location, no bleach or quaternary.
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. Observed no proof of any employees reporting responsibility's, owner had all employees sign by end of inspection.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed owner has no way to obtain bleach or quaternary been open since 6:00 am.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan on sliced tomatoes and cut lettuce, printed a copy for owner.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on preparation table, owner moved it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on container of lettuce in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a stack of trays on the floor next to the counter, owner moved.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing gloves without washing hands in between food preparation, educated on importance of washing hands and changing gloves.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed a hose hanging in the 3-compartment sink below the flood rim in the kitchen, employee corrected.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed at time of inspection Paige's Preserves is a cottage food that is being sold at the window, 2 mason jars of pickled okra, 1 mason jar of bread butter pickles, 1 mason jar of pickled cauliflower, 2 small mason jars of guava jelly, 3 mason jars of candied jalapeños, 1 mason jar of pickled jalapeños and 1 mason jar of jalapeño garlic dill pickles.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by a chair with a bucket on it, employee moved.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Owner ordered testing strips.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed several employees with no hair restraint.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn in reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water bottles on the floor, employee moved to a shelve.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the reach in freezer in front area of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on the handle of the oven door, employee moved.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Feb 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat flour tortillas in the reach in cooler, operator removed.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A bottle of tynoel above handwashing sink, operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator has cut lettuce, tomato and sliced cheese out on counter with time, but no written procedure. Sent copy to operator by email.
Water system sample report is expired, last report is 2/2/24.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oil on the floor, operator picked up and put on shelf.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in either of the reach in coolers.
Dec 19, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Hose at triple sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/24. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Donny Waters- expired 6/20/18
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed the hand sink in the bathroom has been removed, operator stated due to storm damage has not been able to replace yet.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Reach in cooler in previous screen roofed area out back is now exposed due to storm damage, operator has ordered supplies to fix the back area, observed cooler has a lock on it.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed light fixtures in the kitchen are soiled with grease.
Dec 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 11 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
11 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
Hose at triple sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a supplement next to bread on a table in the kitchen area.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed one bag of onions and 1/2 box of tomatoes outside on chairs not protected.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator picked up food from the floor, without washing hands, and then went to prepare food, inspector stopped her, educated on the importance the operator washed her hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flies in the kitchen area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/24. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw hard shell eggs, stored over cabbage in the reach in cooler outside, operator moved.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground beef stored over ready to eat gravy in a pot in the reach in cooler in kitchen, operator removed to another cooler. Observed in reach in cooler out back, raw ground beef stored over flour tortillas, operator removed.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed in corner in the front area under the bread rack approximately twelve droppings.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed in corner in front area under bread rack seven rodent droppings, behind reach in cooler by front door entrance, one rodent dropping, and on prep table in front area under a small grill three rodent droppings.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Clorox wipes next code and coffee filters at the front counter, employee moved to different shelves.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Donny Waters- expired 6/20/18
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed the hand sink in the bathroom has been removed, operator stated due to storm damage has not been able to replace yet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a loaf of bread in the handwashing sink and a loaf of bread on top of the handwashing sink, operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at the handwashing sink in the kitchen.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Well and septic.
Food stored on floor. Observed two gallons of oil on the floor in the kitchen by the garbage cans, operator put on shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed in the front area, a hole towards the bottom by the bread rack in the corner.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Reach in cooler in previous screen roofed area out back is now exposed due to storm damage, operator has ordered supplies to fix the back area, observed cooler has a lock on it.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed light fixtures in the kitchen are soiled with grease.
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Hose added to 3 bay faucet eliminating air gap. Vacuum breaker needed.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed cook touching buns with bare hands. No gloves. Operator addressed and employee added gloves.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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.