Popeyes

7535 N Kendall Dr 1495A, Miami, FL 33156

American

Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Popeyes eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 8, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Popeyes is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 8, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation in kitchen area on air vents.

36-34-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on rack near mop sink; not inverted. Manager inverted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed bottle of water stored above lowboy next to hand sink. Operator removed bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at front counter. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near mop sink and ice machine.

36-22-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed top of oven with dust accumulation. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at front counter where coleslaw is held. Manager cleaned on site. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Mar 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 9, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a nonfood grade bag with biscuits at walk-in freezer. Managed discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-31-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw marinated chicken wings stored over French fried at reach in freezer.

08A-02-6

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed one hand wash sink at 79° F and the another one at 120°F at preparation area.

27-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled above three compartment sink.

36-34-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water between shelves and the office.

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter.

14-69-4

May 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.

12A-07-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Dec 21, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.

How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Popeyes most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Popeyes 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 inspected?

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

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