Popeye's
Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025
100
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Popeye's stretching back to 2024. On Aug 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.
“Floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Mesa restaurant scene, where the average is 95, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Aug 21, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
2-301.14
86
Feb 21, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 10, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 15, 2025
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels observed at the hand wash sink near the 3 comp sink. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed rough concrete flooring approximately 1 foot around all sides of the floor trenches on both sides of the kitchen. Observed large sections of flooring that have become heavily eroded and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Observed exposed aggregate rock worn through on the concrete. Also observed section of floor to wall juncture water damaged and in disrepair. Repair/replace to restore a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Discussed that if the areas is grounded down into smoothed concrete that the area must be sealed every 6 months. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable
6-201.11
Mechanical ventilation inadequate or absent
Inspector notes: Observed the fryer hood intermittently working so a significant accumulation of smoke was observed throughout the lobby and kitchen. PIC stated a work order would be placed on the unit
6-304.11
82
Jul 19, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed rough concrete flooring approximately 1 foot around all sides of the floor trenches on both sides of the kitchen. PIC stated that the floors were re-done with two different types of concrete and coated with epoxy which wore off after two weeks. Observed most areas have become heavily eroded and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Observed exposed aggregate rock worn through on the concrete. Also observed section of floor to wall juncture water damaged and in disrepair. Repair/replace to restore a smooth and easily cleanable surface prior to the next routine inspection. Discussed that if the areas is grounded down into smoothed concrete that the area must be sealed every 6 months. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. *Fifth repeat violation*
6-201.11
Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy
Inspector notes: Observed the fryer hood intermittently working so a significant accumulation of smoke was observed throughout the lobby and kitchen. PIC stated a work order would be placed on the unit ASAP
4-301.14
90
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Plumbing system not approved or fixtures not cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed the cold well raw chicken battering station without a drain line plumbed to an approved floor sink so water runs direction onto the floor and into the floor trench. Also observed drain lines in disrepair under the 3 comp sink and food prep sink so grey water runs directly onto the floor and into nearby floor trenches. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior re-inspection on 7/19/2024
5-202.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 30+ dishes with visible food debris stored as cleaned on the wire rack by the entrance. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed RTE rice holding between 103-105*F in a covered plastic container on the prep counter near the rethermalizer. PIC stated the rice is soaked for 20 minutes in hot water before transferring to the walk in cooler. Per timestamp, the rice had been soaking for an hour unattended due to a business rush. Advised PIC to actively monitor foods while in prep to minimize time spent in the danger zone. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling and placed in the walk in cooler
3-501.15(A)
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Observed rough concrete flooring approximately 1 foot around all sides of the floor trenches on both sides of the kitchen. PIC stated that the floors were re-done with two different types of concrete and coated with epoxy which wore off after two weeks. Observed most areas have become heavily eroded and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. Observed exposed aggregate rock worn through on the concrete. Also observed section of floor to wall juncture water damaged and in disrepair. Repair/replace to restore a smooth and easily cleanable surface prior to the next routine inspection. Discussed that if the areas is grounded down into smoothed concrete that the area must be sealed every 6 months. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. *Fifth repeat violation*
6-201.11
Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy
Inspector notes: Observed the fryer hood intermittently working so a significant accumulation of smoke was observed throughout the lobby and kitchen. PIC stated a work order would be placed on the unit ASAP
4-301.14
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Popeye's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Popeye's on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Popeye's?
Across the inspection record, “floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Popeye's.
How does Popeye's compare to other restaurants in Mesa?
Popeye's most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Mesa average of 95.
Has Popeye's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeye's have averaged around one violation 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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