Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

1427 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919
Seafood
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Jun 26, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. On Jun 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to three violations previously.

Across the inspection history, non-food contact surfaces clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Johnston restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 26, 2025
Environmental Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Cheese) was observed held at (46) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.Per PIC, cheese was put in unit 30 min prior to inspection.Cheese was observed being stored in ice bath.PIC added more ice and water.
3-501.16(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (drive thru beverage counter ) have an accumulation of food residue and other debris.
4-602.13
82
May 23, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the walk in cooler shelves and drive thru drink station counter have an accumulation of food residue and other debris.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster area observed with an accumulation of trash, litter, food, and/or other debris. Refuse areas must be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in back kitchen area(floor drains included), dining room & drive thru drink station area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen on file is from Jun 26, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen.

How does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.