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Kennedy Fried Chicken

1270 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033
American
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Kennedy Fried Chicken appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 4, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F”, which has been cited two times.

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

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 4, 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
Jan 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Jul 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
May 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Fried Chicken on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Fried Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kennedy Fried Chicken.

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

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

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

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

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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