Popeyes 11629
Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025
74
Score
Across the available record, Popeyes 11629 has 17 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Popeyes 11629 was last inspected on Nov 24, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 15 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
The city-wide average for Riverview sits at 69, putting Popeyes 11629 on the better side of that line. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
17
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 24, 2025
Complaint Partial
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink next to drive up window. Manager replaced at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink next to drive up window. Manager replaced at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee prepping food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
74
Sep 11, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken batter 56F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken batter 56F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Self service soda machine
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink in back prep area
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written procedure for cheese held on time
03F-10-5
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food on pans in dish area/dry storage
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers in dish area
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single serve cups stored on floor in dry storage area **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing chicken in standing water. Discussed with employee proper thawing method
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in mop bucket **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle of reach in cooler across from desk has debris build up on interior of handle
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents near dry storage **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets not inverted on ice machine
24-05-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Floor drain near fryers **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Floor of hot holding unit soiled
22-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk in cooler and walk in freezer heavily soiled
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Shortening stored on floor by walk in cooler and food on walk in freezer floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freeze
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle on scoop in contact with flour
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryers, breading station soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
18
Aug 4, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried chicken removed from fryer at 147F. Employee put chicken back into fryer, re-temp at 204F Discussed using probe thermometer with employees, calibrated our thermometers. **Corrected On-Site**
03C-44-5
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Hose connected to splitter at mop sink extends into the drain.
29-44-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Fried chicken tenders held hot at 116F. Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling sanitizer bucket in hand sink near drive through.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish area blocked by bulk breading bin.
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm. Operator refilled, tested at 200ppm
21-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go cup lids on floor in kitchen.
25-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air vents in storage have dust buildup
36-34-5
Basic - Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed on prep table. Operator placed on lower shelf..
21-19-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed at mop sink
29-18-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 3 employees preparing food with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket and door of walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed in solution by hand sink near drive through.
21-11-4
30
Apr 16, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Boneless chicken 117 F, manager voluntarily discarded.
03B-01-6
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted above ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink above prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on microwave.
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile in disrepair near fryers. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
58
Mar 17, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Feb 24, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Feb 12, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
19
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machines. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.containers wet nesting next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-24: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
82
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 rodent droppings next to office table. Operator removed and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machines. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.containers wet nesting next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean containers near 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer buckets next to cups, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
64
Jul 25, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 24, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 7 live flies at mop sink **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 rodent droppings under self service soda machine. 2 rodent droppings under register 2 rodent droppings on box of mashed potatoes 1 rodent dropping on top of box of wiping cloths 7 rodent dropping in dry storage **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket tested 500+ppm quaternary ammonium, operator remade tested 400 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on counter with food. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light over flour near back door. **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of flour not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
37
Feb 5, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken batter 56 F in ice bath. Operator placed more ice in ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker.
29-42-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shoes next to soda boxes. Operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Observed employee washing dishes and place in sanitizer without rinsing. Employee began to rinse dishes.
16-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light over breading.
35B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on container next to 3 Compartment Sink.
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in reach in freezer.
12B-13-4
50
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Sent to operator at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on top of cups. Employee jacket on soda boxes. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping food with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled in walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile missing near fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwash sink near register. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of self service ice chute. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket on bag of flour. **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups on floor in dry storage. **Warning**
25-05-4
47
May 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken tenders 130 F. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed water on floor down the entire wall where the steam tables, ovens, warmers, and ice machine is located. Food prep and cooking is done in this area. Not sure where the water is coming from. Employee squeegeed water and water reappeared. Employee believe water is coming out of the wall. **Warning**
28-13-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Andrew Nelson. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phones on prep tables throughout kitchen. Employee shoes next to soda boxes in dry storage. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers wet nesting in dry storage. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor across from walk in freezer. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor near fryers. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of chicken and batter on floor in walk in cooler. Soda box on floor in dry storage. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage on ground around dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall across from women restroom. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water temped at 75 F. Employee emptied water at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave across from office computer. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottles in walk in cooler above chicken. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at handwash sink near drive through register. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tile in disrepair and missing on floor in front of fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
32
Sep 21, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jul 5, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at handwash sink next to fryer, ran water for approximately 2 minutes and reached 81 F. Hot water valve is turned off in woman restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: Handwash sink next to fryer water temped at 85 F, hot water in woman restroom turned off. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of ice shoot self service machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee scooter and backpack in dry storage area. Employee phone on prep table next to chicken. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: Employee jacket on soda box in dry storage area **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing tile on floor between fryer and chicken breading station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In the mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes 11629 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes 11629 on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes 11629?
Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Popeyes 11629.
How does Popeyes 11629 compare to other restaurants in Riverview?
Popeyes 11629 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Riverview average of 69.
Has Popeyes 11629's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Popeyes 11629 have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Popeyes 11629 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Popeyes 11629 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes 11629 is inspected around five times per year on average.
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