Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice

8315 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33615

American

Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “floor area(s) covered with standing water”, which has been cited three times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispenser in front lobby area has buildup of green-mold like substance.

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor inside walk in frezzer.

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in frezzer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over top fryer have grease buildup.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket in back kitchen area. Manager removed and properly stored mop. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Aug 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-06: **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked floor tiles adjacent to ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-06: **Time Extended**

36-17-5

Mar 26, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any 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

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Missing at mop sink. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

29-18-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on prep table on cook line. Employee moved to manager station. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-07-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. On floor near mop sink. Employee dry mopped floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

36-22-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked floor tiles adjacent to ice machine. **Warning**

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Sep 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A bag of shredded cheddar (45F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler at front service line. Operator moved to walk-in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Batter mix container.

16-46-4

Apr 9, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 5, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 24, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired on 02/01/2023.

50-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At front kitchen and in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Employee cleaned and sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee removed drink at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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. Observed employee picked up utensil from floor, placed in dish washing area then returned to working with food without washing hands. Discussed with operator, employee washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-29-4

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washed hands in handwash sink at drive thru with hot water temperature at 90 F. Discussed with operator.

12A-19-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwash sink at drive thru, ran hot water approximately 2 minutes temped 90 F.

27-16-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Corrected On-Site**

50-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under ice machine.

36-22-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach-in cooler at drive thru.

12B-13-4

Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Hot and cold water reversed in handwash sink at drive thru.

29-07-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice?

Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice.

How does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice 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 Operated by Tice inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Operated by Tice is inspected around three times per year on average.

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