Popeyes

96 Walker Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
American
Last inspected: Jul 23, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Popeyes has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 23, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Popeyes squarely in typical territory. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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
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
74
Jul 2, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
May 9, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Jul 23, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.

How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Popeyes most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Popeyes have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

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.