Popeyes
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
61
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at Popeyes, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.
Looking across the full record, “proper cold holding temperatures” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Restaurants in Ellenwood average 82, so Popeyes trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (shredded and slice cheese) not cold holding at 41F or below. COS- cheese was removed
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink with no soap available. Advised to supply at all times
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black container stored in the hand sink. COS- container was removed
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature in stagnant water. COS- water was turned on
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report not posted in public view. COS-inspection was posted in public view
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed fly activity in the dish storage area of the kitchen. Advised to clean and notify pest control
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
61
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of metal food storage pan stored clean with old food debris. Advised to clean
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed ice bin at the drive thru window open between use. Advised to close
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed drive thru window open between guest. Advised to close between use.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
82
Nov 15, 2024
Followup
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Most recent inspection report not posted in main lobby nor window. Advised to post most recent score.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal cell phone store on counter. Advised PIC all personal belonging shall be stored in designated area. COS-phone relocated.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
90
Nov 6, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed chemical sanitizer bucket stored on top of steam table next to food. Advised PIC of proper chemical storage. Advised to relocate.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed foods (TCS) held in walk in cooler above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS foods shall be held @ 41F or below. Advised to discard.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Pic could not provide copy of conditional employee agreement forms. Advised PIC forms shall be provided @ all times of inspection.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: PIC did not provide procedures for vomit/fecal events. Advised PIC procedures shall be provided @ time of inspection.
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Chemical sanitizer bucket fid not read between 200-400 ppm Quat. Advised POC chemical sanitizer concentration shall read between 200-400 ppm Quat. Advised to replace.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers of rice & coleslaw cooling tightly covered. Advised PIC of proper cooling methods. COS-container lids were removed.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report not posted @ drive thru window. Advised 1/4 top half of inspection report shall be posted at window.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed several broken floor tiles with stagnant water throughout the kitchen. Advised PIC to have tiles replaced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed visible light at back door. Advised PIC to obtain weatherstrip for back door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in kitchen. Advised to control flies & obtain insect control device
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Apr 22, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surfaces of flat sheets, lids, and containers with encrusted food debris. Advised PIC all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed encrusted food debris on the surfaces of the microwave and the interior panel of the ice machine at the drive through fountain drink machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection repost not posted in public view. Advised PIC to post the most recent inspection report all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed missing/ broken floor tiles in the kitchen area. Advised PIC physical facilities shall remain in good repair at all times.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed light entry at the back door. Advised PIC to repair weatherstripping at the back door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
70
Apr 4, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods not cold holding at 41F or below. Advised to discard food held over 4 hours.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee move trash bin with hands then drop fries in fryer and grab single service to go box without washing hands. COS- employee washed hands
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand sink with no soap. COS- soap was supplied. Advised to supply at all times
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed scrub pad/brush stored in back hand sink. Advised not to store anything in the hand sink
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed vomit/fecal clean up kit with no disinfectant to implement procedure. Advised to obtain disinfectant
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of food storage containers stored clean with old food debris and black substance on interior food contact surface. COS- ice bin was cleaned
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed rice on counter cooling on ice bath tightly covered. Advised to partially cover.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken thawing in stagnant water. Advised to place under submerged running water.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed inspection report in dining area covered. Advised must be in public view at all times
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed containers of flour stored uncovered. Advised to cover between use
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeyes last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeyes?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.
How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Ellenwood?
Popeyes most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Ellenwood average of 82.
Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Popeyes have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Popeyes 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 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes is inspected around four times per year on average.
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