Popeyes Chicken 2509
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Popeyes Chicken 2509, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 3, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Among Fort Myers restaurants, the typical score is 80; Popeyes Chicken 2509 is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 3, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door in first unisex bathroom not tightly closing.
32-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket a reach in freezer,cooler and reach in behind the service counter soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
33-16-4
86
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken plastic container at deep fry station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: **Time Extended**
14-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan guard in reach in freezer in fry station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed fryer area as having smoke like vapors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: **Time Extended**
36-65-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from soda machine on top of soda syrup box racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-08: **Time Extended**
29-03-4
82
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in fry station: spicy chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw bone in chicken (43F - Cold Holding). Operator moved items to walk in cooler unit. Operator states that unit typically is cooled with ice, but ice machine is broken so pans of food are brought out for prep then placed back in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan guard in reach in freezer in fry station. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed fryer area as having smoke like vapors. **Warning**
36-65-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from soda machine on top of soda syrup box racks. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken plastic container at deep fry station. **Warning**
14-38-4
70
Apr 26, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler unit across from fryers: raw chicken bone in (46F - Cold Holding). Operator iced down food item. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed grout damaged or missing in hallway by 3 compartment sink.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer unit behind condenser.
14-69-4
67
Aug 1, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by drive thru. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near kitchen. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Observed water as still present. **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near 3 compartment sink, reach in cooler by fryers, and ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Observed tiles as still damaged. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around door frame of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: Observed ice as still present. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
78
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor in dry storage area under storage shelves.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged floor tiles near walk in cooler and fryers and 2 missing tiles near office area.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed drain under 3 compartment sink as slow draining.
29-19-4
82
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); rice (51F - Cold Holding); raw spicy chicken (46F - Cold Holding); ambient air (41F - Cold Holding). Operator just cleaned floor of walk in cooler and door was left open for a significant period of time. Operator directed employees to keep door shut for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled nozzle on lemonade dispenser near drive through window.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tile near ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gasket on reach in cooler next to steam well and bun toaster and on cooler near front counter.
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes Chicken 2509 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Chicken 2509 on file is from Apr 3, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes Chicken 2509?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Chicken 2509.
How does Popeyes Chicken 2509 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Popeyes Chicken 2509 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Popeyes Chicken 2509's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes Chicken 2509 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Popeyes Chicken 2509 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 Popeyes Chicken 2509 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes Chicken 2509 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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