What is Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings's health inspection score?

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings has a SafeDine safety score of 74 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings last inspected?

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings was last inspected on April 22, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings have?

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings has 14 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings safe to eat at?

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings has a good safety record with a score of 74/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings serve?

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings serves Indian cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings

Name: Iffys Hot Chicken & Wings
Address: 551 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11216
Rating: 74

551 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Last Inspected: 4/22/2026

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0Good

Indian•Brooklyn

Ranked #980 of 1000 in BrooklynBetter than 47% of indian restaurants

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Apr 22, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

4.7

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-36

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-4 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+53 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 64/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (74/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2025

1 inspections

5 high priority

3 intermediate

Dec

Apr 2026

2 inspections

5 high priority

1 intermediate

Inspection History

3 records on file

1 Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection1 Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection1 Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Apr 26

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection InspectionLatestClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 26

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Inspection

5 High1 Med

6 total3 risk factors

30/100inspection score

−55 pts

High Priority (5)

−50 pts

06FWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.Risk Factor−10
10FNon-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.−10
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.Risk Factor−10
05DNo 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.−10
02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

28-06Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.−5

Base deductions−55 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Dec 25

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

5 High3 Med

8 total5 risk factors

10/100inspection score

−65 pts

High Priority (5)

−50 pts

04NFilth 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.Risk Factor−10
06ESanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.Risk Factor−10
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Risk Factor−10
06APersonal 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.Risk Factor−10
04KEvidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.−5
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.−5
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.−5

Base deductions−65 pts

Risk factor bonus (5× +5)−25 pts

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Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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