Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
December 15, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Dave's Hot Chicken currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 15, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
December 15, 2025
- Date
- December 15, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Dec 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Dave's Hot Chicken received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in December 2025 with a score of 12.
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.
Dave's Hot Chicken's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dave's Hot Chicken's current NYC health grade?
Dave's Hot Chicken currently has a A grade.
When was Dave's Hot Chicken last inspected?
Dave's Hot Chicken was last inspected on December 15, 2025.
What was Dave's Hot Chicken's latest inspection score?
Dave's Hot Chicken's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Dave's Hot Chicken have in its latest inspection?
Dave's Hot Chicken had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Dave's Hot Chicken located?
Dave's Hot Chicken is located at 944 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 50174068
Last updated: July 3, 2026