KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Dec 2, 2025
📍 1 WEST 137 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10037 ·
🍽️ American
Overview
Kennedy Chicken & Burgers in Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 4 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has received Grade A on 2 of its 4 inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (North): Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Dec 2, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 4
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.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigera...
Sep 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Dishwashing and ware w...
GRADE A
Oct 29, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 6
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.
Violations:
04N
Aug 9, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 5
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Violations:
10G
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KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS in Harlem (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS last inspected?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & BURGERS was last inspected on December 2, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 4 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 August 2023 through December 2025. 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 23 points on September 15, 2025. 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.