Koo Koo Chicken

1698 86 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Jan 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Koo Koo Chicken has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 31, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Brooklyn restaurant scores 77. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 31, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Nov 25, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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Harmful noxious gas or vapor detected. carbon monoxide (co) level exceeds nine (9) ppm

05B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

May 8, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations.

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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

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

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

02B

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

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

06D

Dec 4, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

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

06D

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

02B

Oct 11, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

06D

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.

10D

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Koo Koo Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Koo Koo Chicken on file is from Jan 31, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Koo Koo Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Koo Koo Chicken.

How does Koo Koo Chicken compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Koo Koo Chicken most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Koo Koo Chicken's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Koo Koo Chicken have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Koo Koo 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 Koo Koo Chicken inspected?

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

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