KFC Restaurant Inspections in NYC

35 NYC locations · 143 inspections on record

Overview

KFC operates 35 locations across NYC and maintains a Grade A rate of 96.55% across 143 inspections, with an average score of 11.8 points. The chain has experienced 6 emergency closures since records began, with the majority of its locations concentrated in Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx. Most violations cited involve 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..

35
NYC Locations
96.55%
Grade A Rate
11.8
Avg Inspection Score
6
Total Closures

KFC Locations by Borough

  • Queens11 locations
  • Brooklyn10 locations
  • The Bronx7 locations
  • Manhattan6 locations
  • Staten Island1 locations

Most Common Violations at KFC

  1. 1Non-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.
  2. 2Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  3. 3Anti-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.
  4. 4Filth 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.
  5. 5Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

Recent Closures at KFC

  • KFC Closed

    5625 Broadway, The Bronx · Aug 26, 2024

  • KFC Closed

    1922 3rd Avenue, Manhattan · Apr 13, 2024

  • KFC Closed

    1922 3rd Avenue, Manhattan · Apr 11, 2024

  • KFC Closed

    1922 3rd Avenue, Manhattan · Apr 8, 2024

  • KFC Closed

    242 East 14th Street, Manhattan · Dec 21, 2023

  • KFC Closed

    242 East 14th Street, Manhattan · Dec 18, 2023

KFC Locations in NYC

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KFC: Frequently Asked Questions

How many KFC locations are in NYC?

KFC has 35 locations in New York City, with a total of 143 health inspections on record.

What health grade do KFC restaurants typically receive?

96.55% of KFC inspections result in Grade A, which is above the NYC restaurant average of approximately 77%.

What is the average inspection score at KFC in NYC?

The average NYC health inspection score for KFC is 11.8 points. Scores of 0-13 earn Grade A; 14-27 earn Grade B; 28+ earn Grade C.

Has any KFC location been closed by NYC Health?

Yes. KFC locations have been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 6 times in total. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions posing an immediate public health hazard.

What violations are most common at KFC restaurants?

The most frequently cited violations at KFC NYC locations include: 10F: 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.; 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.; 10B: 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..