Popeye's Chicken
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2025
95
Score
The health department has logged 37 inspections at Popeye's Chicken, the earliest from 2010. Popeye's Chicken was last inspected on Jul 10, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up 19 times.
Popeye's Chicken's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jul 10, 2025
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN, UNUSED WARMER IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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95
Feb 20, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LID OF ICE MACHINE LOOSE AND IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ICE MACHINE LID AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE ON FLOOR AND FAN UNIT IN SLIDING-DOOR WALK-IN FREEZER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL.
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90
Jul 19, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, REAR WAREWASHING AREA, AND IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jul 1, 2024
Complaint
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 01/04/2024 INSPECTION, REPORT #2587591 NOT CORRECTED: #10-OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN. #55-OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING PANEL DIRECTLY ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. PLASTIC DRINKING PITCHERS WERE BEING STORED INSIDE THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS REMAIN ACCESSIBLLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO BE ABLE TO WASH THEIR HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c), CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEE REMOVED PLASTIC DRINKING PITCHERS FROM HAND WASHING SINK AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON WIRE RACK IN THE REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, REAR WAREWASHING AREA, AND IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE ORDERLY STORAGE AREA FOR EMPLOYEES CLOTHING AND OTHER POSSESSIONS AND MAINTAIN.
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67
Jan 4, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING PANEL DIRECTLY ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
55
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWQASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BIN AND INTERIOR GUARD WITH SOME DIRT, NOT CLEAN IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SALT OUT OF ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING BEING STORED INSIDE A PLASTIC CONTAINER ON PREP TABLE WITHOUT LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME WHEN NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 30, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON THE WALLS OF THE FRONT SERVICE AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE DISH WASHING AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND STORAGE ROOM.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Jul 25, 2022
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME GREASE BUILD ON DEEP FRYERS LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS/SPILLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA AND IN DISH WASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENT COVERS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT.
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74
Nov 3, 2021
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND (TCS FOODS) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES:CONTAINER OF COOKED RICE AT 48.3 F INSIDE THE EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER,(TCS FOODS) MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR COLDER AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135 F OR HOTTER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. (COS).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT FRONT PREP AREA.HAND WASHING SINKS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLY OF HAND SOAP AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.(COS).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND PAPER TOWELS OR HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT FRONT PREP AREA.EACH HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH INDIVIDUAL,DISPOSABLE TOWELS OR A HEATED-AIR HAND DRYING DEVICE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).(COS). VIOLATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MANAGER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WEST WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET AT EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE STORAGE SHELFS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON SOME FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE. -
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Aug 7, 2020
Complaint
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP NEAR DISH, NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN MIDDLE OF PREP NEAR FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISION AT EACH HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND SINKS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER. FOUND RAW CHICKEN TENDERS @ 45.3F - 48.2F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD @ 41F OR LESS WHILE IN COLD HOLDING. OPERATOR DISCARDED 10LBS OF DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. OPERATOR ESTIMATES VALUE TO BE $70. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ALONG TOP OF WALK IN COOLER IN THE REAR OF PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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78
Jan 14, 2020
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR GROUT IN FRONT OF THE WALK IN COOLER MISSING. WATER IN BETWEEN THE FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT THE FLOOR TILES TO MAINTAIN A DRY FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO PROOFED OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE.
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90
Sep 10, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AND NO CLEAN-UP ITEMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BOX USED TO LINE SHELF IN COLESLAW COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOARDS SHELF MUST SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT,MUST ELEVATE AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENTS,STORAGE SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE,SWEET ICED TEA UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR TILES NEED RE-GROUTING IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA CLEAN AND DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS AND ATTACHED FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS/DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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50
Aug 26, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED HAS 1 BROKEN LID AND ANOTHER LID WITH 4" INCH HOLE AT CORNER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DUMPSTER LIDS TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AND NO CLEAN-UP ITEMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR TILES NEED RE-GROUTING IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA CLEAN AND DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BOX USED TO LINE SHELF IN COLESLAW COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOARDS SHELF MUST SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT,MUST ELEVATE AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENTS,STORAGE SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE,SWEET ICED TEA UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS AND ATTACHED FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS/DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Dec 15, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE (ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION).MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTS ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE CHICKEN WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR SHELVINGS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FAN COVERS AND SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER(S) NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVINGS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES INSIDE THE REAR WALK-IN-COOLER NEAR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS AND CEILINGS AT CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS AND REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS AT CEILING VENTILATION COVER AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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78
Mar 23, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS IN THE PREP AREA AND SERVING AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
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90
Jan 24, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN IN DETAIL THE WALLS ON THE EAST SIDE ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA (WITH MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE)AND MAINTAIN. BLACK PLASTIC COVING/BASEBOARD BEHIND THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER RIPPED OFF/LOOSE. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND RE GLUE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS IN THE PREP AREA AND SERVING AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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78
Aug 8, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Found rear exposed hand sink in disrepair. Hand sink is currently disconnected from water source because of plumbing issue (pipe is broken under sink). Instructed must provide properly function hand sinks that are easily accessible at all times (with hot/cold water, soap and paper towels). Critical violation 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found broken handle on doors that open to walk in cooler (where raw chicken is stored). Instructed to repair and maintain. Found broken gasket on sliding walk in cooler door. Must repair and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found several items throughout kitchen and storage stored directly on the floor. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor. Must maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found broken hot water handle on right faucet of 3 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Found reach in cooler in front prep area in disrepair. Cooler is not turned on, and door is broken. No food stored inside. Instructed to repair and use cooler, or remove it from kitchen area to prevent pest harborage.
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78
Jan 28, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COVER OF THE ICE MACHINE LOOSE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF DOOR,MUST REPAIR
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM REAR EXIT DOOR,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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86
Oct 13, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: RUSTY, PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL OF THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER ABOVE THE SMALL COOLER DOOR TO THE CHICKEN COOKING LINE. MUST REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT/REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK INTO BUCKET UNDER THE MENS WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPAIR.
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90
Oct 6, 2015
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 6-12-15 NOT CORRECTED. #33-INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRONT SERVICE PREP ONE DOOR COOLERS (2) WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DIRTY FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #42- ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS MUST WEAR HAT OR HAIR RESTRAINT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF THE FRONT PREP SHELVING WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL OR TAPE AS LINER FOR THE EXTERIOR OF FRONT COOLERS. DIRTY METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER FREEZER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: RUSTY, PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL OF THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER ABOVE THE SMALL COOLER DOOR TO THE CHICKEN COOKING LINE. MUST REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT/REPAIR.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING GLASS/PLASTIC LIGHT SHIELD IN THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK INTO BUCKET UNDER THE MENS WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPAIR.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE ROOM MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOOR 6" OR ABOVE.
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70
Jun 12, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE FRONT SMALL ONE DOOR COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRONT SERVICE PREP ONE DOOR COOLERS (2), AND CHICKEN PREP FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DIRTY FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CRACKED/MISSING BASEBOARD WALL COVING AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE BULK FLOUR STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR.
35
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS MUST WEAR HAT OR HAIR RESTRAINT.
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82
Mar 3, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.
32
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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90
Feb 24, 2015
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 11-21-14 NOT CORRECTED #35- MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS, ENCRUSTED IN THE FRYER WHEELS AND IN CORNERS ALONG BASEBOARDS OF THE SAME AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOLES IN THE CEILING AND UPPER WALL OF THE MOP SINK AREA. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DIRTY AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREA. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT THE LEFT NOZZLE ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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70
Feb 17, 2015
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP IN THE CUSTOMER/EMPLOYEE WOMANS WASHROOM. MANAGER PROVIDED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
12
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY OVER 200 RAT DROPPINGS AND A LIVE RAT IN THE OUTDOOR STORAGE GARAGE. NO FOOD OR FOOD CONTACT ITEMS STORED IN THE GARAGE. GARAGE USED FOR STORAGE OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND OFFICE DOCUMENTS. INSTRUCTED MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND LIVE RATS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE STORAGE AREA FOR RATS. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED. ANY NOTED HOLES OR OPENINGS MUST BE SEAL AND ALL CARDBOARD REMOVED FROM THE GROUND SURROUNDING THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS NEXT TO THE GARAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE. TALL REACH-IN BISCUIT COOLER DOOR WITH HOLE AND SEALED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS, ENCRUSTED IN THE FRYER WHEELS AND IN CORNERS ALONG BASEBOARDS OF THE SAME AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOLES IN THE CEILING AND UPPER WALL OF THE MOP SINK AREA. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DIRTY AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREA. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT THE LEFT NOZZLE ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR THE WALK-IN FREEZER OR REPAIR BROKEN EXTERNAL THERMOMETER.
40
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Nov 21, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER LINE AND FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREA. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL LOOSE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SHEET (FRONT WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR HALLWAY PREP AREA.-------MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA.
35
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Nov 12, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1460032 ISSUED ON 05-22-2014. SERIOUS VIOLATIONS ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. #34 - INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD TILES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR.--------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. #35 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE DINING.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE RUST, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS (NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK) IN REAR DISHWAHING AREA.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SANDWICH PREP COOLER AND ALL PREP COOLERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP AREA.----------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER LINE AND FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREA. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL LOOSE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SHEET (FRONT WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR HALLWAY PREP AREA.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLERS.
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May 22, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD TILES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR.--------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE DINING.
35
86
Sep 6, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: HOT WATER TANK NOT WORKING. MANAGER PHONED HEATER TECHICIAN TO FIX PROBLEM. PREMISES NOW HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER (WATER TEMPERTURE 110F). CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
9
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BUILD OF GREASE AND DEBRIS UNDER HEAVY COOKING EQUIMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
34
90
Feb 25, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 21, 2013
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO ACCESSIBLE HOT WATER AT FRONT SERVING AREA, WATER TEMP AT 40.5 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INFORM EMPLOYEES TO TEMPORARY USE REAR EXPOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. HOT WATER MUST BE PROVIDED IN FRONT PREP AREA BY MONDAY, FEB. 25, 2013. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
11
95
Jun 8, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in coolers sheelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust shall be replaced/repaired.Front counter shelving had peeling paint, exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks, cooler shelving racks, and kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).Front counter shelving need cleaning.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under cooking equipment, kitchen storage shelving, storage room not clean need detailed cleaning, floors in rear storage room needs detailed cleaning(corners), floor tiles in prep area(rear)had missing grout, shall be repaired.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained, ceiling tiles in dining area by front counter/prep area shall be replaced, wall that had hole on wall in rear storage area, shall be repaired/sealed.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields inwalk in cooler, storage room shall be provided, light shield need detailed cleaning in prep areas.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3compartment sink(1st faucet)leaking, shall be repaired/replaced, exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning, walk in cooler exhaust vents need cleaning.
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74
Dec 27, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
34
90
Dec 20, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND 15 FRUIT FLIES IN THE MOPSINK AREA AND ON WALLS FRONT AREA ABOVE PREP COOLER,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;INSTRUCTED MUST ELIMINATE FRUIT FLIES,DETAIL CLEAN AREAS,ORGANIZE CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND MUST CONTACT PEST COMPANY; GIVEN 5 DAYS 12-27-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATION
18
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. COUNTER TOP BY COFFEE MACHINE AND TEA MACHINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FOOD BOXES IN THE WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. LEAKING PIPE UNDER HAND SINK AT THE REAR AREA,MUST BE FIXED; LITTLE WATER COMING OUT FROM THE FAUCET IN HAND SINK,MUST BE FIXED
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLEANING EQUIPMENT MUST BE STORED IN ITS PROPER PLACE
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78
May 9, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
36
82
May 2, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #361345,11-03-10 NOT CORRECTED,FOUND #35 WALL TILES MISSING IN PREP AREA NEAR 1 COMPARTMENT SINK AND # 36 LIGHT BULBS NOT SHIELDED UNDER WARMER,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;GIVEN 5 DAYS 05-09-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS,MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES AND LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED OR MUST PROVIDE LIGHT BULBS THAT ARE SHATTER RESISTANT OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET IN 1 WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPLACED
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. SHELVES IN FRONT AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER VERY DIRTY WITH BLACK MOLDY MATERIALS CLINGING TO WALLLS,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; WALLS AND TILES NEAR HANDSINK AT THE REAR UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED
36
78
Nov 3, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Front storage counter, sinks, cooking equipment, storage shelves and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in prep area, storage garage and walk-in cooler not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls and ceiling in garage not maintained. Instructed to seal openings. Wall tile missing in prep area near one compartment sink. Instructed to replace missing tile.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not shielded under warmer. Instructed to shield bulbs or install shatter proof bulbs.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Odor noted in toilet rooms. Instructed manager to repair exhaust fans for proper ventilation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeye's Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeye's Chicken on file is from Jul 10, 2025. The public record contains 37 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeye's Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Popeye's Chicken.
Has Popeye's Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Popeye's Chicken have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Popeye's Chicken means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Popeye's Chicken inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeye's Chicken is inspected around three times per year on average.
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