Popeyes

5610 Lancaster Ave #7, Philadelphia, PA

American

Last inspected: Aug 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Popeyes has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent visit was on Aug 21, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.

Compared to the broader Philadelphia restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Aug 21, 2025

Routine

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

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Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: There is one spray bottle in the warewash area without a label identifying the name of the cleaner.

46.1002

Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Akter Shaame is ServSafe certified however no one present is also certified by the Philadelphia Health Department. A application will be provided.

46.103

Jul 26, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food separated & protected (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: A bowl of raw chicken was stored on top of trays of biscuits. Removed. Raw meats should never be stored over other foods.

46.281

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Both walk-in units are deactivated and scheduled for replacement due to leaking condensation in the rental unit beneath the restaurant. Temporary walk-in units have been provided in the parking lot. New Violation.

46.671

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Ice has accumulated inside the prep refrigerator near the fryers. Please defrost when possible. New Violation.

46.714

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Inspector notes: Floor cleaning is needed inside the walk-in cooler. New Violation.

46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes on file is from Aug 21, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Popeyes' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Popeyes have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the 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.

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