Kennedy Chicken & Grill Health Inspection Grade
Chicken · 1550 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
June 25, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Kennedy Chicken & Grill currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 25, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Latest Inspection Details
June 25, 2026
- Date
- June 25, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 25, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 26, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kennedy Chicken & Grill has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and December 2024. Its latest score was 12, lower than its December 2024 score of 13.
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.
Kennedy Chicken & Grill's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Chicken & Grill's current NYC health grade?
Kennedy Chicken & Grill currently has a A grade.
When was Kennedy Chicken & Grill last inspected?
Kennedy Chicken & Grill was last inspected on June 25, 2026.
What was Kennedy Chicken & Grill's latest inspection score?
Kennedy Chicken & Grill's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Kennedy Chicken & Grill have in its latest inspection?
Kennedy Chicken & Grill had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Kennedy Chicken & Grill located?
Kennedy Chicken & Grill is located at 1550 Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10040.
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: 50154046
Last updated: July 3, 2026