Popeyes 12052
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
52
Score
Popeyes 12052 has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker installed improperly” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Popeyes 12052's latest score of 52 falls below the Orlando average of 79. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Mac and cheese and rice.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Mac and cheese, rice. Time marks changed without discarding old products.
03F-04-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker installed improperly at the splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Water leaking from fixture above triple sink.
29-11-4
52
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker installed improperly at the splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Left side All gender restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
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. Scoop in the flour. Manager removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Lids stored next to soda machine in the lobby. Lids have residue.
25-09-4
67
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk-in cooler soiled with dust
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet/handle at hand wash sink next to drive thru
29-11-4
90
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
70
Apr 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
74
Sep 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
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. Emailed copy to manager and filled out. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop in bin of flour on prep line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. By coke machine in dining room over single service items. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employees must wash hands sign in ladies room and men's room. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
64
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mac and cheese (126F - Hot Holding) in hot box for 1 hour. Staff took to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
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. Provided forms. Manager printed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. 1. Drive through. 2. Dry storage area
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manager removed the cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans in storage. Staff tuned on the side. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign doesn't instruct employees to wash hands. Shows how but doesn't instruct employees to wash hands. Provided forms and manager printed and hung. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk-in cooler.
23-03-4
52
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee came out to dining area, returned to kitchen and prep chicken. Operator coached employee on proper hand washing **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 100ppm, retested at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
78
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut cabbage (44-53F - Cold Holding) operator states in walk-in cooler overnight. Walk-in ambient temperature approximately 43°F
03A-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 150 ppm. Adjusted sanitizer dispenser, retested at 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on shelf in dry storage area above single service items. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook frying chicken. Placed hair net on **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm, operator adjusted dispenser and refilled, tested at 300ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes 12052 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes 12052 on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes 12052?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker installed improperly” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes 12052.
How does Popeyes 12052 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Popeyes 12052 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Popeyes 12052's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes 12052 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Popeyes 12052 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Popeyes 12052 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes 12052 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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