DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Overview

DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Harlem (South) underwent a NYC health inspection on January 14, 2026. The inspection found 1 violation.

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Address
252 WEST 125 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10027
Cuisine
American
Inspection Type
Sodium Warning / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
Facility History
12 inspections

Violations Cited

• MAJOR 16-08

NYC Health Code Violation 16-08

Sodium Warning icon not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags for food items that contain 2300mg or more of sodium in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized

⚠️ Why This Matters

CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-08 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN — Inspection Questions

Did DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN pass their NYC health inspection on January 14, 2026?
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN underwent inspection on January 14, 2026. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What does violation code 16-08 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 16-08 (NYC Health Code Violation 16-08) is a major violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements CONTAMINATION RISK: This violation supports conditions allowing bacterial growth and pest activity. NYC Health Code Violation 16-08 violations associated with 25% increase in illness risk. Correction required within 24-48 hours.