KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN in Washington Heights (South)
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Sep 4, 2025
📍 1270 SAINT NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10033 ·
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Overview
Kennedy Fried Chicken in Washington Heights holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 9 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has maintained Grade A on 3 of 4 inspections since 2023, 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 Washington Heights (South): Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Sep 4, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
GRADE A
Jan 7, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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 un...
Jul 31, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 21
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.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Anti-siphonag...
GRADE A
May 22, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 10
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta...
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KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN in Washington Heights (South): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN last inspected?
- KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN was last inspected on September 4, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 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 4 health inspections on record from May 2023 through September 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at KENNEDY FRIED CHICKEN was 21 points on July 31, 2024. 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.