KFC
A682 S Watson Rd, Buckeye 85326
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-22143
Score based on 5 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
Score over time
Inspection history5 on record
2026
Mar 10, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
-- Raw chicken tenders observed thawing in stagnant water at 3-compartment sink. Reviewed approved thawing methods with the person in charge: all foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Requested the PIC have employee thaw in designated prep sink under running water at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Show full county text
3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
2025
Jul 1, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed chemical storage restrictions, monitoring of cold holding, equipment cleaning frequencies, and when-to-wash requirements
Inspector's notes
Coleslaw at 46-47*F found in portioned containers and the large coleslaw container in the walk-in cooler. PIC stated the coleslaw was prepared around 10 AM today. The smaller containers were covered with plastic wrap, while the large container was covered with the hard plastic lid. Both covers were impeding airflow to the cooling food product. PIC repositioned the covers in a manner than allowed airflow into the containers and moved them to the freezer temporarily to rapidly cool the coleslaw.
Show full county text
3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Junction between floor and wall in raw chicken walk-in cooler is damaged and no longer has a coved base. Lower portion of the door to the same walk-in is damaged.
Show full county text
6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jan 6, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of hot holding
2024
Jun 24, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of pests and sanitizer concentrations. Inspection conducted with RS 1066
Inspector's notes
Soda nozzles at drive-thru and in lobby observed with residue build up on internal surfaces. Please clean the soda nozzles in a manner and frequency that prevents build up of residues and or debris. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Show full county text
Repeat Violation 4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Damaged walls and coved base near mop sink area. Wall covers missing behind breading station. Please repair and maintain in good repair to protect inner walls and prevent harborage of pests. ***2nd consecutive violation*** Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Accumulation of debris and oil observed behind fryer area. Crumbs and food debris observed in various areas throughout facility in hard to clean areas that could use attention.
Show full county text
Repeat Violation 6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Jan 24, 2024Routine3 coreA
This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed cleaning frequencies for food contact equipment (4 hour rule) and chemical storageThe inspection Report was printed and given to PIC at the establishment at time of inspection. Visit our Active Managerial Control Toolbox webpage for helpful handouts and information to promote food safety in your establishmenthttps://esd.maricopa.gov/4533/English-AMC-ToolboxOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: A,Signer: Jazmin Leon
Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. - Lobby soda fountain observed with nozzles that had syrup residue build up on their internal surfaces. Please clean in a manner and frequency that prevents build up of residues. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment - Cooling unit in vegetable walk-in dripping condensation in the middle of the walk-in causing water to pool on the floor. Please repair. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed - Coved base missing/eroded in chicken walk-in cooler. Grout is getting low between the floor tiles in the chicken prep area. Plumbing cleanout missing cover at mop sink area and exposes the internal wall. Please repair/replace these areas to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →