Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
67
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 15, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Port Orange restaurant scene, this is about average. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Apr 4, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler door/door handle/curtains have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sinks throughout kitchen have an accumulation of grease and food debris -side of ice machine with trash receptacle stored next to it has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding units at front have an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding unit across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of microwave across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -inside of hot holding units at front have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Time Extended**
23-03-4
90
Mar 25, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer floor -floor underneath chicken breading station -walk-in cooler floor -floor underneath fryers has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: -floor underneath chicken breading station -floor underneath fryers has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall behind dry rice container next to "Chub Warmer" **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler door/door handle/curtains have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sinks throughout kitchen have an accumulation of grease and food debris -side of ice machine with trash receptacle stored next to it has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding units at front have an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding unit across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of microwave across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-25: -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -inside of hot holding units at front have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Time Extended**
23-03-4
82
Mar 12, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of hot of microwave across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. -men's bathroom toilet seat stained -men's bathroom toilet filled with paper towels **Warning**
32-07-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer floor -floor underneath chicken breading station -walk-in cooler floor -floor underneath fryers has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall behind dry rice container next to "Chub Warmer" **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood/hood filters over fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled -walk-in cooler door/door handle/curtains have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sinks throughout kitchen have an accumulation of grease and food debris -side of ice machine with trash receptacle stored next to it has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding units at front have an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of hot holding unit across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of microwave across from desk has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind breading station has an accumulation of grease and food debris -wall over triple sink has an accumulation of pink and black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
58
Jan 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -front counter employee failed to wash hands after touching cash and beginning food preparation
12A-29-4
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 Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vents over cooking area **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of pink and black, mold-like substance **Corrected On-Site**
36-27-5
67
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of small reach-in cooler at drive thru area soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -dishwashing area -walk-in cooler **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer -floor underneath fryers has an accumulation of water/food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters above fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of food debris -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -stainless steel wall above fryers has an accumulation of food debris
36-27-5
74
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice chute soiled on dining room soda station
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's restroom
32-04-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -in-counter hot holding unit and reach-in cooler in prep area not holding correct temperatures, no TCS foods present
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk-in cooler
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor in back left corner of walk-in cooler has an accumulation of grease and food debris
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup underneath equipment in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris. -walk-in cooler shelves have an accumulation of food debris -filters above fryers have a light accumulation of grease and food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
61
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -discarded wooden pallet
33-19-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights in dry storage area **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking Poster, operator posted
51-13-4
Basic - Self-closing metering faucet does not provide water for at least 15 seconds. -men's restroom
27-14-4
82
Oct 17, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178.
How does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 compare to other restaurants in Port Orange?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is about the same as the Port Orange average of 66.
Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 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 Louisiana Kitchen #178 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #178 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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