Chicken Is Back
254-22 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens, 11362
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (8 weeks ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jun 15, 2026
Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 |
| May 30, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Oct 9, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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