Kennedy Chicken & Burgers

1 West 137 Street, Manhattan, NY 10037

American

Last inspected: Dec 2, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Kennedy Chicken & Burgers four times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “dishwashing and ware washing”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Kennedy Chicken & Burgers is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 2, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 minor violations.

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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

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Sep 15, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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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

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

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

Oct 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Aug 9, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Chicken & Burgers last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Chicken & Burgers on file is from Dec 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Chicken & Burgers?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kennedy Chicken & Burgers.

How does Kennedy Chicken & Burgers compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kennedy Chicken & Burgers most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kennedy Chicken & Burgers' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kennedy Chicken & Burgers have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kennedy Chicken & Burgers 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 & Burgers inspected?

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

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