Lincoln Fried Chicken

1487 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472
American
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Lincoln Fried Chicken, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. 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 three violations each.

“Dishwashing and ware washing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Bronx restaurants, the typical score is 77; Lincoln Fried Chicken is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
86
Nov 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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
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
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
58
Apr 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
28-06
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lincoln Fried Chicken last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lincoln Fried Chicken on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lincoln Fried Chicken?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lincoln Fried Chicken.

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

Lincoln Fried Chicken most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lincoln 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 Lincoln Fried Chicken inspected?

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