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Chicky's: health inspection history

248-43 Jericho Turnpike, New York City, NY 11426

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Address: 248-43 Jericho Turnpike, New York City, NY 11426
Borough: Queens
Cuisine (as listed): Chicken
Most recent grade: Grade Pending issued Oct 23, 2025 (later inspections in the data have not produced a new grade yet)
Latest inspection: Feb 5, 2026 (Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection)
Records shown: 5 inspections, Mar 8, 2023 to Feb 5, 2026

Across these 5 inspection records, the health department cited 28 violations, of which 19 were flagged critical.

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Inspection history

Feb 5, 2026 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 29Violations were cited in the following area(s).

06ECritical Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
06CCritical Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

Oct 23, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 39Grade: Grade PendingViolations were cited in the following area(s).

04MCritical Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
10FNot 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.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10GNot critical Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
02GCritical 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.

May 27, 2025 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 31Violations were cited in the following area(s).

02CCritical Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.
10FNot 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.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
02BCritical Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
02GCritical 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.

Dec 20, 2023 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

Score: 8Grade: Grade AViolations were cited in the following area(s).

02BCritical Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

Mar 8, 2023 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 56Violations were cited in the following area(s).

08CNot critical Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
04LCritical Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
10BNot 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.
04ACritical Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
06ECritical Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
09CNot critical Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
06ACritical Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
02BCritical Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
08ANot critical Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
05DCritical No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

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Source: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), “DOHMH New York City Restaurant Inspection Results” dataset on the official open data portal. Source data as of Nov 4, 2026; imported by FoodCheck USA on Nov 5, 2026. Report a problem with this record.