Popeyes

845 East 149 Street, Bronx, NY 10455

American

Last inspected: May 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Popeyes appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. Popeyes was last inspected on May 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 22, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Sep 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 minor violation.

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Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Jun 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food worker/food vendor does not wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet, or after coughing, sneezing, smoking, eating, preparing raw foods or otherwise contaminating hands or does not change gloves when required; worker fails to refrain from smoking or being fully clothed in clean outer garments.

04D

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Mar 1, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

10B

10F

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from May 22, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.

How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Popeyes most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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 two times per year on average.

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