Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar

3413 Jerome Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
American
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: 10 violations last time, five this time.

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Bronx average 77, so Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
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
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
28-01
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
70
May 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Mar 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
06B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
50
Jan 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.
02C
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
35
Dec 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
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
30
Nov 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar.

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

Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around five violations compared to about 10 previously.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kennedy Fried Chicken & Salad Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.