KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL in Washington Heights (North)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 11, 2026
📍 1550 SAINT NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10040 ·
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Overview
Kennedy Chicken & Grill in Washington Heights holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, based on a single inspection in 2024 with a score of 13 points. The restaurant has no emergency closures on record.
2
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL in Washington Heights (North): Full Inspection History (2 records)
May 11, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
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
GRADE A
Dec 26, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL in Washington Heights (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL last inspected?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL was last inspected on May 11, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 31 points.
- What is KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL's current health grade?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL 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 & GRILL had?
- KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL has 2 health inspections on record from December 2024 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL?
- The worst inspection score recorded at KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL was 31 points on May 11, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL ever received a Grade C?
- No. KENNEDY CHICKEN & GRILL has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.