Popeyes 12605
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025
47
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Popeyes 12605 stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 9, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food identified” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical New Smyrna Beach restaurant, which scores around 72. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
47
Jul 29, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
May 29, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. Mashed potatoes in warmer 110F with no time mark. Procedures dictate 4 hour time mark. Manager added time **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - green substance on ice chute - visible residue inside soda nozzles dining room **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any current 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
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. Cell phone next to steam table **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop for ice machine stored in visibly soiled holder. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-06-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Drain under hand sink next to dryers when water is running **Warning**
29-11-4
52
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - shredded cheese (45 - Cold Holding). Manager moved to freezer for expedited cooling **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - below hand wash sink at front. Operator cleaned up. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - emailed to operator
51-13-4
74
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Large breasts 113-158F. Returned to fryer. 168-186F was reached **Corrected On-Site**
03C-44-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Rice 55F cooling just over 6 hours. Operator moved to walk in freezer to cool more rapidly. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-02-5
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Last changed 2022 per label
29-28-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - Under dry and single service shelving, loose debris - under dining room soda machine, black residue and standing water
36-73-4
58
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Dec 14, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer floor and on case of nuggets under fan **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-10-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
82
Oct 19, 2022
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 on prep table **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese 46F bottom of upright Delfield cooler. Out and returned to cooler per operator. Moved to the walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. Chicken **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink hot water cuts off intermittently for approximately 5 seconds and then turns back on for approximately 20 seconds. Operator has called for service request.
27-19-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Richo and Lionel
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Womens restroom **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2020
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 on the wall near the back door **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door handle to walk in cooler
23-03-4
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes 12605 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes 12605 on file is from Dec 9, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes 12605?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food identified” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes 12605.
How does Popeyes 12605 compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?
Popeyes 12605 most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.
Has Popeyes 12605's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes 12605 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Popeyes 12605 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 12605 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes 12605 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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