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Kennedy Chicken

78 Westchester Square, Bronx, NY 10461
American
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2024, Kennedy Chicken has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 2, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: five violations last time, one this time.

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Kennedy Chicken's latest score of 95 sits above the Bronx average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
Feb 25, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
45
Sep 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
May 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Chicken on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Chicken?

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

How does Kennedy Chicken compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Kennedy Chicken most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Kennedy Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kennedy Chicken have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kennedy Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Kennedy Chicken inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kennedy Chicken is inspected around two times per year on average.

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