Chicken Is Back Health Inspection Grade
Chicken · 254-22 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11362
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
4
Last inspection
June 15, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 4
Chicken Is Back currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 15, 2026 found 2 violations, for a total score of 4 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 2 non-critical
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Latest Inspection Details
June 15, 2026
- Date
- June 15, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 4
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 2 (0 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 15, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Chicken Is Back has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 4, lower than its October 2024 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.
Chicken Is Back's latest score: 4
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicken Is Back's current NYC health grade?
Chicken Is Back currently has a A grade.
When was Chicken Is Back last inspected?
Chicken Is Back was last inspected on June 15, 2026.
What was Chicken Is Back's latest inspection score?
Chicken Is Back's latest inspection score was 4 points.
How many violations did Chicken Is Back have in its latest inspection?
Chicken Is Back had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Chicken Is Back located?
Chicken Is Back is located at 254-22 Northern Boulevard in Queens, NY 11362.
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: 50156680
Last updated: July 3, 2026