Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120

5245 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 328087636

American

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “covered waste receptacle not provided in women&#39” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Orlando restaurant scores 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Swapped trashcan for one with cover. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

32-12-6

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on storage rack. Staff removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

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 bin of flour. Staff removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Aug 28, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above cook line.

36-34-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath dry storage area shelves and 2nd ice machine.

36-73-4

Feb 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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. Billy and Harry

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch and black band on wrist of employee on front counter. Employee removed jewelry. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

33-19-4

Aug 15, 2024

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee went from manual dishwashing to food prep without hand washing. Manager educated staff and she washed her hands. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-13-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb. Missing 2 on quad splitter. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Compartment not set up. Staff added water to sink. **Corrected On-Site**

16-16-4

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.

29-34-4

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Hair past the waist counter top length. Restrain above counter.

13-02-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Aug 1, 2023

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk-in cooler

23-03-4

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on top of microwave in prep area. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn reach in cooler on cook line. Front cover missing on large ice machine.

14-11-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in front of office.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Speed racks in walk in cooler old food debris. Soap dispenser in front of office.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120?

Across the inspection record, “covered waste receptacle not provided in women&#39” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120.

How does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 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 Louisiana Kitchen #120 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #120 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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