Popeyes

970 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
American
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Popeyes has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 22, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from two violations up to four.

The most common issue across all inspections has been anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided, showing up two times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
67
Jun 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Sep 18, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
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
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains three 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 Brooklyn?

Popeyes most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Popeyes's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Popeyes have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around four more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Popeyes means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Popeyes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes is inspected roughly once per year on average.