What is Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286's health inspection score?

Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 has a SafeDine safety score of 93 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 last inspected?

Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 was last inspected on April 2, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 have?

Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 has 49 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 safe to eat at?

Yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 has an excellent safety record with a score of 93/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 serve?

Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286 serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286

Name: Kentucky Fried Chicken #5286
Address: 5852 S WESTERN AVE, Chicago, 60636
Rating: 93

5852 S WESTERN AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 4/2/2026

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0Excellent

American•West Englewood

Ranked #8 of 17 in West EnglewoodBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

9 inspections

Last: Apr 2, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

22%

Clean Rate

5.4

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-7

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+9 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Feb 2024

1 inspections

2 intermediate

8 basic

Feb

Mar 2024

1 inspections

4 high priority

4 intermediate

8 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

8 basic

Apr

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

Feb

Oct 2025

2 inspections

4 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

Mar

Apr 2026

1 inspections

Inspection History

9 records on file

2 Complaint Re-Inspection3 Complaint1 Short Form Complaint1 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass

Apr 26

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High1 Med

2 total1 risk factor

80/100inspection score

−15 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLERisk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Oct 25

Short Form Complaint InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
THE EXTERIOR/INTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLDING UNITS NEED CLEANING, CLEAN FOOD STORAGE RACKS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND RUST SPOTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN THE WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE PIPES ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR DOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Base deductions−4 pts

Oct 25

Complaint InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
THE EXTERIOR/INTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLDING UNITS NEED CLEANING, CLEAN FOOD STORAGE RACKS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND RUST SPOTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN THE WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE PIPES ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR DOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Base deductions−4 pts

Feb 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High5 Basic

6 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK KNEE ONE PETAL WITH HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT 159.6F ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120.0F .MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (5)

−10 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY CONNECTION ALONG WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DAMAGED WALL BASE IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO SHELVING UNIT & DISH WASHING AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE,WATER AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DRIVE-THRU.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST REPLACE MISSING FILTER AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 2592094 4/3/24 NOT CORRECTED- #37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SHAKER WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#38 6-202.15 : OBSERVED REAR DOOR BENT BRISTLES AT DOOR SWEEP MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.#47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR HANDLE ON HOT HOLDING CABINET.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS,STORAGE RACKS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,FRYER FILTER,SODA CADDY,OVEN & CART,WALK IN COOLER- ROLLING CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS. #55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND CONCRETE WHERE NEEDED,WALL BASES IN MOP SINK AREA.#55- 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS ,DUST AND SPLATTER BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. #55-6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MOP SINK FLOOR DRAIN,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.#56-6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON

Base deductions−20 pts

Apr 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 High2 Med8 Basic

11 total

64/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT FRONT HAND SINK NEAR DRIVE-THRU.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SHAKER WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 : OBSERVED REAR DOOR BENT BRISTLES AT DOOR SWEEP MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING

Basic (8)

−16 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
2-402.11 : OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A LONG BEARD MUST PROVIDE A BEARD GUARD AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR HANDLE ON HOT HOLDING CABINET.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS,STORAGE RACKS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,FRYER FILTER,SODA CADDY,OVEN & CART,WALK IN COOLER- ROLLING CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MOP SINK FLOOR DRAIN,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER UNDER HOT HOLDING UNIT AND DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT AND GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM AND LOBBY AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS ,DUST AND SPLATTER BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND CONCRETE WHERE NEEDED,WALL BASES IN MOP SINK AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−36 pts

Mar 24

Complaint InspectionFail

4 High4 Med8 Basic

16 total3 risk factors

9/100inspection score

−76 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW FOR FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY ONLY AN EXPIRED CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,MASHED POTATOE,COLE SLAW,ETC).MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
8HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHEDRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICIES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER OBSERVED HIM GO INTO THE DINING AREA AND THEN RETURNED TO REAR KITCHEN AREA AND HANDLE A PAN TO PUT FOOD ON WITHOUT WASHING HANDS WHEN HE RETURNED INTO FOOD PREP AREA.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT FRONT HAND SINK NEAR DRIVE-THRU.

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 2.5LBS.PRE-COOKED CHICKEN TENDERS RANGING FROM 46.2F-52.9F ON A RACK INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 2.5LBS.$60.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SHAKER WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 : OBSERVED REAR DOOR BENT BRISTLES AT DOOR SWEEP MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 8-10 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN DINING AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA AND 2-4 LIVE LARGE FLIES IN VESTIBULE AND REAR STORAGE AREA. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/26/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (8)

−16 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
2-402.11 : OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A LONG BEARD MUST PROVIDE A BEARD GUARD AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR HANDLE ON HOT HOLDING CABINET.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS,STORAGE RACKS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,FRYER FILTER,SODA CADDY,OVEN & CART,WALK IN COOLER- ROLLING CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS ,DUST AND SPLATTER BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT AND GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM AND LOBBY AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MOP SINK FLOOR DRAIN,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER UNDER HOT HOLDING UNIT AND DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND CONCRETE WHERE NEEDED,WALL BASES IN MOP SINK AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−76 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Feb 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Med8 Basic

10 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL SHAKER WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED REAR DOOR BENT BRISTLES AT DOOR SWEEP MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A LONG BEARD MUST PROVIDE A BEARD GUARD AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR HANDLE ON HOT HOLDING CABINET.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS,STORAGE RACKS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,FRYER FILTER,SODA CADDY,OVEN & CART,WALK IN COOLER- ROLLING CARTS,SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND CONCRETE WHERE NEEDED,WALL BASES IN MOP SINK AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND SPLATTER BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT AND GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM AND LOBBY AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MOP SINK FLOOR DRAIN,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER UNDER HOT HOLDING UNIT AND DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−26 pts

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85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

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