Kennedy Fried Chicken

1820 Archer Street, Bronx, NY 10460

American

Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Kennedy Fried Chicken five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 1, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Bronx restaurant scores 77. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 1, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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 20, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

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

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

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

10G

Apr 22, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

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

10G

10F

May 17, 2023

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 24, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations.

View 3 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Fried Chicken on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Fried Chicken?

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 Fried Chicken.

How does Kennedy Fried Chicken compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Kennedy Fried Chicken most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Kennedy Fried Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kennedy Fried 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 Fried Chicken inspected?

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

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