Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2

2490 Nw 79 St, Miami, FL 331474930

American

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 11, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 74, which Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towels dispenser not working properly at handwashing sink next to service window.

31B-05-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside handwashing next to service window. Manager cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers on top 3 compartment sink wet nesting. Employee removed and dried metal containers during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

24-08-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under ice machine inside dry storage area.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler. Also observed floor soiled at preparation area.

36-73-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at prep area. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with food debris in back preparation area, Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks at dining area .

36-34-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside dry storage room.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with flour next to back preparation area.

36-73-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Dec 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 21, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jun 12, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 10, 2022

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2.

How does Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 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 Famous Fried Chicken 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken 2 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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