Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
October 14, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Kennedy Chicken currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 14, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
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.
- 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
October 14, 2025
- Date
- October 14, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 2, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Kennedy Chicken has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its August 2024 score of 4.
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's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Chicken's current NYC health grade?
Kennedy Chicken currently has a A grade.
When was Kennedy Chicken last inspected?
Kennedy Chicken was last inspected on October 14, 2025.
What was Kennedy Chicken's latest inspection score?
Kennedy Chicken's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Kennedy Chicken have in its latest inspection?
Kennedy Chicken had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Kennedy Chicken located?
Kennedy Chicken is located at 144-01 243rd Street in Queens, NY 11422.
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: 50130307
Last updated: July 3, 2026