KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (South)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026
📍 2158 8 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10026 ·
🍽️ Chicken
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🚇 125th Street-Lenox
Overview
Kennedy Chicken & Burgers in Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with an inspection score of 9 points. The restaurant has 4 inspections on record since 2024, earning Grade A on 2 occasions, with no emergency closures.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (South): Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Jan 14, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
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.
Violations:
06A
Mar 18, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Violations:
02G
GRADE A
Jan 15, 2025
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 3
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.
Violations:
10F
Nov 25, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 58
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area...
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KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS last inspected?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS was last inspected on January 14, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 points.
- What is KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS's current health grade?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS had?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS has 4 health inspections on record from November 2024 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS?
- The worst inspection score recorded at KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS was 58 points on November 25, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS ever received a Grade C?
- No. KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.