KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN in East Harlem (South)

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 13, 2025
📍 1774 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10029  ·  🍽️ Chicken
Overview

Kennedy Fried Chicken in East Harlem holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 11 points on its most recent inspection. Across 3 inspections since 2023, the restaurant has received Grade A on all occasions, with no emergency closures on record.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections

KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN in East Harlem (South): Full Inspection History (3 records)

GRADE A May 13, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
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. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Violations: 10F 02B
GRADE A Nov 21, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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. Establishme...
Violations: 04K 10F 08A
Jan 31, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food are...
Violations: 04A 06D 04K 08A 02B 04M
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KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN in East Harlem (South): Frequently Asked Questions

When was KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN last inspected?
KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN was last inspected on May 13, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
What is KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN's current health grade?
KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN had?
KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN has 3 health inspections on record from January 2023 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
What was the worst inspection score at KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN?
The worst inspection score recorded at KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN was 31 points on January 31, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN ever received a Grade C?
No. KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.