CROWN FRIED CHICKEN in Jamaica
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026
📍 168-29 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens, NY 11432 ·
🍽️ Chicken
Overview
Crown Fried Chicken in Jamaica has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z, indicating it is not authorized to operate. Across 13 inspections dating back to 2022, it has received 2 Grade A results and 1 Grade B result.
13
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
CROWN FRIED CHICKEN in Jamaica: Emergency Closures (2)
CROWN FRIED CHICKEN in Jamaica: Full Inspection History (13 records)
GRADE Z
Feb 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 22
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04K
Jan 16, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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 activ...
GRADE A
Feb 3, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
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.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage ...
Sep 24, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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, b...
Sep 24, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pest...
GRADE B
Apr 24, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 23
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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-servi...
Nov 21, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 26
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
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.
Food worker or vend...
GRADE P
Mar 16, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 18
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly seal...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 14, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 49
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Food, supplies, or equipment not prote...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 14, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 49
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
GRADE A
Jul 11, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage a...
Jul 1, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 93
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.
Unapproved outdoor, street or sidewalk cooking.
No hand washing facility in or adjac...
Jul 1, 2022
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current valid permit, registration or other authorization to operate a Food Service Establishment (FSE) or Non-retail Food Processing Establishment (NRFP) not available.
Violations:
18-01
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CROWN FRIED CHICKEN in Jamaica: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CROWN FRIED CHICKEN last inspected?
- CROWN FRIED CHICKEN was last inspected on February 10, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 22 points.
- What is CROWN FRIED CHICKEN's current health grade?
- CROWN FRIED CHICKEN currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has CROWN FRIED CHICKEN been closed by NYC Health?
- CROWN FRIED CHICKEN has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has CROWN FRIED CHICKEN had?
- CROWN FRIED CHICKEN has 13 health inspections on record from July 2022 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade B on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at CROWN FRIED CHICKEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CROWN FRIED CHICKEN was 93 points on July 1, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.