Popeye's

3426 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Popeye's five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 28, 2026. 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 two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Light bulbs, protective shielding” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Popeye's latest score of 78 falls below the Phoenix average of 97. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

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

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Microwave Cooking; Minimum Cooking Temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed chicken being pulled from the fryer to be utilized for service. The staff did not temp the chicken to verify it was fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken varied between 130-70 degrees F. All chicken was placed back in the fryer to ensure all pieces reached a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F, Discussed always using a thermometer to ensure all chicken is ready for service

3-401.12(C)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink near dish area without a drying provision. Instructed PIC to stock the area regardless of paper towel dispenser not being in good repair. Discussed required hand washing supplies

6-301.12

Sep 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.

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Prohibited toxic material present in facility (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed RAID pesticide in small storage closet between restrooms. Pest control may only be accomplished by a certified pest control company. Raid was discarded at time of inspection

7-202.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed thawing of chicken at room temperature at food prep sink across from walk in cooler

3-501.13

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed 0ppm quaternary ammonia based sanitizer for wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets. Sanitizer to be between 150-400 ppm per the manufacturers recommendation. Old sanitizer water was removed and replaced with water at @200ppm

3-304.14

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed condensation drain form walk in cooler is disconnected and not allowing condensation to drain into floor sink. Observed foam sealant between metal on fryer and warmer structure. Surfaces are to be easily cleanable and in good repair

6-501.11

Mar 13, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Observed lightbulbs in walk in cooler and freezer which were not covered or shatterproof. Lights over opened food and utensils must be protected

6-202.11

Mar 3, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed small single door sandwich prep cooler with an internal ambient temperature of 45-50*F. Shredded cheese in bottom of unit were placed in walk in cooler to cool to 41*F. Staff are currently using an ice bath on top for sliced tomatoes, sauces, sliced cheeses, which are maintained at 41*F. Equipment must be working to maintain all food at 41*F. A Reinspection will be completed on or before Thursday March 13, 2025

4-301.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Observed lightbulbs in walk in cooler and freezer which were not covered or shatterproof. Lights over opened food and utensils must be protected

6-202.11

Aug 19, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeye's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeye's on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeye's?

Across the inspection record, “light bulbs, protective shielding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeye's.

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

Popeye's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Popeye's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeye's have averaged around two 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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