Popeye's

5290 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, Popeye's has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 12, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near zero violations per visit across recent inspections.

Compared to the broader Glendale restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 12, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 3, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed a leak from the cooling unit inside of the walk in freezer. Large ice crystals formed down from the unit and pooled in a large ice block on the floor of the freezer. No direct contamination of food was observed. Establishment to continue storing foods away from the leak. Foods to be stored on shelves not directly under the cooling unit. The manager stated they already have a work order in on the freezer. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.11

Oct 15, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer measuring above 500 PPM in the sanitizing basin of the three-compartment sink. Alerted manager who stated the quat had been placed in the basin 1 hour prior to measurement. Re-educated staff on sanitizer recommended ranges. The manager remade the sanitizer diluting it with water until it was at the correct range of use (150-400 PPM). Staff to test sanitizer every time sanitizer is hand-dosed

7-202.12(A-B)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed rice (53-55°F) cooked three hours prior in a covered plastic bin. Alerted the manager who uncovered the rice at the time of inspection. All Time-temperature Control for Safety (TCS) food must remain uncovered to aid in cooling untill cooled to 41°F

3-501.15(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeye's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeye's on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Popeye's compare to other restaurants in Glendale?

Popeye's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Glendale average of 97.

Has Popeye's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeye's have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Popeye's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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