Popeyes

4401 Hwy 17, Richmond Hill, GA 31324

American

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Popeyes has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on May 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around three violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “contamination prevented during food preparation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Richmond Hill restaurant, which scores around 93. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 7, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed a pile of ants clustered together and other ants walking around behind prep-top of raw chicken near drive-thru. C.A. Make sure facility is free of pests.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw biscuits on metal pans in Reach-In Cooler near drive-thru area stored on directly on top of raw biscuits. Corrected On-Site

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed raw biscuits on metal pans in Reach-In Cooler near drive-thru area stored on directly on top of raw biscuits.

511-6-1.04(4)(q)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed a few flies in dining room area. C.A. Make sure facility is free of pests.

511-6-1.07(5)(k)

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed coleslaw in Reach-In Cooler underneath warmer for chicken with an internal temperature of 44 degrees. C.A. Make sure all food is at least 41 degrees. Corrected On-Site. Food not prepped within 4 hours was discarded.

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

Inspector notes: Observed Yellow Shredded Cheese with an internal temperature of 48 degrees in Reach-In Cooler. C.A. Make sure all food is at least 41 degrees. Corrected On-Site. Food not prepped within 4 hours was discarded.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Reach-In Cooler with an ambient temperature of 46 degrees. C.A. Make sure ambient temperatures is at least 41 degrees. Corrected On-Site. Do not use Reach-In Cooler until ambient temperature is at least 41 degrees.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed Reach-In Cooler under warmer for Chicken with an ambient temperature of 45 degrees. C.A. Make sure Reach-In Cooler is at least 41 degrees. Corrected On-Site. Do not use Reach-In Cooler until ambient temperature is at least 41 degrees.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed plastic food containers stacked while wet. C.A. Make sure food containers are allowed to air dry before using.

511-6-1.05(10)(a)

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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4-2A - food stored covered

Inspector notes: Observed marinade located in prep top in corner of facility uncovered. C.A. Make sure food is covered to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed flour in dry storage stored sitting upright on floor with bag open. C.A. Make sure food is stored covered to prevent contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

Jun 7, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed a container of mango puree in ice bath with an internal temperature of 48 degrees. C.A. Make sure all TCS foods are 41 degree or less. Correct On-Site. Item was prepped at 9:15 and was moved to Reach-In Cooler.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

Mar 19, 2024

Initial

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 May 7, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes?

Across the inspection record, “contamination prevented during food preparation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.

How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Richmond Hill?

Popeyes most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Richmond Hill average of 93.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Popeyes have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the 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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