Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
61
Score
Inspectors have visited Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen five times, with records going back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 13, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
Looking across the full record, “response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
By comparison, the average Villa Rica facility scores 85, putting Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no signed employee health reporting agreements at time of inspection./ will email a copy
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed in main kitchen no paper towels at two handwash sinks./ Must have all hand sinks set up for use.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Unable to provide a bodily fluid clean up procedure or kit at time of inspection to respond to contamination events
511-6-1.03(6)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored on prep table and on container of sauces./ PIC moved all items.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed container with grease buildup causing gnats in the area./ clean bin or remove from main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door open with no air curtain or screen door in place./ PIC closed door.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed in walk in cooler bin designateted for employee belonings stored above food for service. employee food and belonings must always be stored separate from or below food for service.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
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Sep 22, 2025
Routine
5 major violations. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Unable to provide a bodily fluid clean up procedure or kit at time of inspection to respond to contamination events
511-6-1.03(6)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no signed employee health reporting agreements at time of inspection./corrected
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no signed employee health reporting agreements at time of inspection./corrected
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap available at hand washing sink by drive thru window./corrected
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed clean dishes with old food debris present./rewashed; observed drink machine in dining room with build up present in ice dispenser and drink nozzles
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed old inspection from 2023 posted./facility must display the most current inspection report
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no first aid for food choking posted./corrected
511-6-1-.08(1)(h)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy water accumulation in walk-in cooler; observed heavy ice accumulation and walk-in freezer floor and behind fan
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
52
Feb 21, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken at prep top holding internal temperature 46F./discarded and PIC changed ice on unit
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: observed shredded cheese sitting on the counter at 70F./discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels in hand sink by three compartment and by chicken prep./restock
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Unable to provide a bodily fluid clean up procedure or kit at time of inspection to respond to contamination events
511-6-1.03(6)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer made at three compartment sink at time of inspection; observed quat sanitizer solution buckets reading at 0ppm
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed drink machine nozzles by drive thru window with heavy accumulation./clean and sanitize more frequently
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy water accumulation in walk-in cooler; observed heavy ice accumulation and walk-in freezer
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored next to single use items by chicken prep top
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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Aug 26, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice dumped in hand sink near drive thru. Observed no paper towels at time of inspection.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed light gap at back door./ Replace weather stripping to reduce pest entry
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed exterior dumpster with lid open./ keep lid closed to reduce pest activity.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
82
Feb 28, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored on prep table next to cinnamon sugar./stored all employee drinks in a designated area away from foods to prevent potential contamination
511-6-1.04(4)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed ice dumping in hand wash sink near drive thru window
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed several employee personal belongings stored next to microwaves and jackets in dry storage area
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed grease splatter and spillage in the back of the building due to clogged grease pipe./repair as soon as possible, will do a week follow up
511-6-1.07(5)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen.
How does Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Villa Rica?
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Villa Rica average of 85.
Has Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Popeye's 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 Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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