Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza

973 Leggett Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455
American
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 30, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Bronx restaurants, the typical score is 77; Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 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
Nov 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
78
Jun 20, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza?

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 & Pizza.

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

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

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza 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 & Pizza 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 & Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kennedy Fried Chicken & Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.