Popeye's
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Popeye's, located at 6001 Hickory Flat Hwy in Canton, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on January 28, 2026, with a score of 90. This inspection noted two minor violations related to proper cooling and approved thawing methods. Across three scored inspections, Popeye's has maintained a history of low-risk classifications.
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Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
90
Aug 26, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
74
May 2, 2025
Initial
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jan 28, 2026 Inspection
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice cooling in large, deep containers covered with a lid in walk in cooler. Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: (i) Placing the food in shallow pans; Pf (ii) Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; Pf (iii) Using rapid cooling equipment; Pf (iv) Stirring the food in a container placed in an ice water bath; Pf (v) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer; Pf (vi) Adding ice as an ingredient; Pf or (vii) Other effective methods. Pf 2. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: (i) Arranged in the equipment to provide max...
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken thawing on counter at room temperature. Also observed raw chicken in prep sink submerged under water, but faucet was not turned on. Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°...
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
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