Popeyes

1351 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302
American
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
43
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show 10 inspections at Popeyes stretching back to 2023. Popeyes was last inspected on Mar 9, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That's lower than the typical Staten Island restaurant, which scores around 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

10
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
05E
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
43
Mar 3, 2026
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
95
Aug 27, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
67
Apr 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
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
Sodium warning icon not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags for food items that contain 2300mg or more of sodium in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized
16-08
64
Jan 31, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
78
Nov 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.
05A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
May 1, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
Mar 29, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
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
Current letter grade or "grade pending" card not conspicuously posted or visible to passersby
20-05
67
Oct 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
52
Jun 2, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Popeyes.

How does Popeyes compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Popeyes most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Popeyes have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Popeyes means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Popeyes inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Popeyes is inspected around four times per year on average.