Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
31
Last inspection
August 13, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
27 / 4
KFC currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 13, 2026 found 6 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 31 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Filth 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
August 13, 2026
- Date
- August 13, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 31
- Critical points
- 27
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 6 (4 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Aug 13, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 30, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
KFC has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its April 2024 score of 7.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
KFC's latest score: 31
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is KFC's current NYC health grade?
KFC currently has a Z grade.
When was KFC last inspected?
KFC was last inspected on August 13, 2026.
What was KFC's latest inspection score?
KFC's latest inspection score was 31 points.
How many violations did KFC have in its latest inspection?
KFC had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is KFC located?
KFC is located at 1556 Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11237.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50108306
Last updated: August 18, 2026