The Original American Chicken Health Inspection Grade
Chicken · 78-07 37th Avenue, Queens, NY 11372
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
November 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
The Original American Chicken currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 17, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Non-Critical
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
November 17, 2025
- Date
- November 17, 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
4 inspections
Nov 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 22, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 9, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Original American Chicken has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
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.
The Original American Chicken's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Original American Chicken's current NYC health grade?
The Original American Chicken currently has a A grade.
When was The Original American Chicken last inspected?
The Original American Chicken was last inspected on November 17, 2025.
What was The Original American Chicken's latest inspection score?
The Original American Chicken's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did The Original American Chicken have in its latest inspection?
The Original American Chicken had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is The Original American Chicken located?
The Original American Chicken is located at 78-07 37th Avenue in Queens, NY 11372.
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: 50018252
Last updated: June 26, 2026