Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express

854 Soundview Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473
American
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The last inspection found six violations, up from four the time before.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express's 55 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

2
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Tcs food removed from cold holding or prepared from or combined with ingredients at room temperature not cooled by an approved method to 41 °f or below within 4 hours.
02I
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
55
Jan 14, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express.

How does Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about four per visit to around six more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Kennedy Chicken and Halal Express means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.