Lincoln Fried Chicken
1487 WESTCHESTER AVENUE, Bronx, 10472
Should you eat here?
Looks good — Grade A at the latest inspection (6 months ago), with no critical violations at that inspection.
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 4, 2026
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.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 |
| Nov 18, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Apr 16, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 15 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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