Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
23
Last inspection
July 27, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
18 / 5
KFC currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 27, 2026 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Latest Inspection Details
July 27, 2026
- Date
- July 27, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 18
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 27, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 30, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
KFC received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2024 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.
KFC's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
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 July 27, 2026.
What was KFC's latest inspection score?
KFC's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did KFC have in its latest inspection?
KFC had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is KFC located?
KFC is located at 408 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10001.
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: 50118026
Last updated: August 18, 2026