Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

323 S Main Street, Swainsboro, GA 30401

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2024, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has four inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 92, which Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's 64 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 2, 2026

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 corrected on site.

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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cole slaw, mayo, and ranch at 48 degrees F in reach in cooler. Cooler ambient temp was 52 degrees F. C/A - have cooler serviced so it can hold a safe cold hold temperature of at least 41 degrees F or colder for TCS foods. COS - manager tossed all TCS food in cooler

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Dec 1, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 corrected on site.

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6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice cooling in walk in cooler. Rice started cooling at 10:30 buts was only 92 degrees F after 2 1/2 hours. C/A - all food should be cooled to under 70 degrees F in TWO HOURS. COS - manager tossed food.

511-6-1.04(6)(d)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer not reading in bucket. C/A - replace sanitizer more regularly so it is strong enough to be effective. COS - employee changed out bucket.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Inspector notes: Observed no vomit/diarrhea kit. C/A - order new kit and/or send someone to store to obtain supplies for kit

511-6-1.03(6)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed reddish-black build up on upper inner surface of ice machine. C/A - clean and sanitize more often to prevent build up. COS - manager had surface cleaned and sanitized.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed dirty knife left out. Manager says it is cleaned and sanitized once per day. C/A - wash, rinse, and sanitize knives very four hours. COS - manager had knife washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

511-6-1.05(7)(b)

Feb 11, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed personal drink on food prep surface. Observed personal bag hanging above food prep surface. CA: Keep items in a designated area away from food and food prep surfaces.

511-6-1.07(4)(b)

Jun 28, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed flies throughout the kitchen. CA: Control flies in kitchen/dining area

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen.

How does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Swainsboro?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Swainsboro average of 92.

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

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 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 inspected?

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

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