ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
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When was Cluckies Hot Chicken last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 25, 2026. The result listed by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene was “Grade A” (official score 6).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Apr 25, 2026 to Apr 25, 2026.
Has Cluckies Hot Chicken ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 25, 2026.
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.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Apr 25, 2026 · Original Source
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Apr 25, 2026
Violations cited
5 recorded violations
minorCode 20-08Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.