Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

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Inspections

1. Nov 18, 2025 Routine · 3 priority, 1 priority foundation, 4 core
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     WHEN TO WASH

     Employee observed not washing hands after using phone. Employee proceeded to prepare food for drive thru orders. Instructed employee to wash their hands. Employee then washed their hands.

     Correction: Employees shall wash their hands after engaging in any activity that may cause their hands to become contaminated.

     Code 2-301.14

   • Serious Priority

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     Observed containers of coleslaw in 1 door lower unit cooler is cold held at 47°F. Prior to taking temperature it was observed cooler door was left open and then employee closed the door. Informed PIC and took side by temperatures and got 47F. PIC then moved all the coleslaw into walk in cooler to cool. PIC stated the doors are opened and close constancly on the 1 door cooler. PIC will make sure cooler is closed at all times. 1 door cooler went back down to 40F. PIC stated they will make sure coleslaw reaches less than 41F in 30 minutes.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Serious Priority

     PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION - AIR GAP

     Observed no air gap provided on both soda/ice fountain machines. Instructed PIC to have an air gap on both soda/ice machines. PIC stated they will get a work order in to get an air gap.

     Correction: Provide an air gap on water supply side to protect water supply.

     Code 5-202.13

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     THERMOMETERS - AMBIENT AIR AND WATER - ACCURACY

     Observed one of two thermometers on the ice bin coolers for raw chicken measuring ambient air is not accurate. Observed thermometer is not readying any temperature. Instructed PIC to repair or replace thermometer. PIC stated they will get the thermometer replaced.

     Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.

     Code 4-203.12

   • Not serious Core

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Observed scoopers in hot water container were improperly stored in too low of temperature of water. Observed one container temperature was 122F and the other is 129F. Instructed PIC to increase the temperature to 135F. PIC stated they switch out the scoopers and increase the temperature.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - FIXED , SPACING OR SEALING - INSTALLATION

     Observed handwashing sinks throughout the kitchen, 3 compartment sink, prep sink and handwashing sinks in restrooms caulk is coming off and no longer sealed to wall. Informed PIC and PIC stated it will get resealed.

     Correction: Equipment shall be spaced from wall and other equipment to allow cleaning on all sides, sealed to adjoining equipment or walls, or elevated on legs to allow for easy cleaning.

     Code 4-402.11

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

     Observed spaces inbetween equipment on serviceline is not cleaned on a frequent basis and have accumulation of debris. Instructed PIC to increase the cleaning frequnecy of these areas. PIC stated they will get these areas cleaned.

     Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

     Code 4-602.13

   • Not serious Core

     HANDWASHING SIGNAGE

     No handwashing signage provided at handwashing sink located near thermo warmer to reheat food. Informed PIC and PIC stated they will get a sign posted.

     Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

     Code 6-301.14

2. Dec 6, 2023 Routine · 1 priority foundation
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     WAREWASHING - CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION - TEST KIT

     No test kit is available for monitoring sanitizer concentration.

     Correction: Provide a test kit to allow accurate determination of the sanitization concentration.

     Code 4-501.116

3. Oct 24, 2023 Pre-inspection · No items found

   No violations cited.