POPEYE'S CHICKEN
2711 HWY 231, Panama City FL 32405 · 850.257.5465
Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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OCT 24
APR 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed body of water outside by the back door from employee spraying down the three compartment sink area floors down, running underneath the back door onto the ground area. It was stated that this been going on for a week.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2019050002 | Sep 26, 2019 | Oct 21, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ice buildup walk-in freezer door.
Interior of oven/has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container in drive thru.
Oct 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed body of water outside by the back door from employee spraying down the three compartment sink area floors down, running underneath the back door onto the ground area. It was stated that this been going on for a week.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Oct 20, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed body of water outside by the back door from employee spraying down the three compartment sink area floors down, running underneath the back door onto the ground area. It was stated that this been going on for a week.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed body of water outside by the back door from employee spraying down the three compartment sink area floors down, running underneath the back door onto the ground area. It was stated that this been going on for a week.
Equipment in poor repair. Sugar container in disrepair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink.
Interior of oven/ has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container.
Oct 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground, outside by the back door.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Ceiling tile missing,above the mop sink area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing,crossed from three compartment sink and the walk in cooler and underneath cook line around the floor drain.
Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer inside door area in disrepair and the heating element in disrepair around the freezer door.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable, underneath the dry storage area walls in all area.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Garbage can need to be cleaned solid buildup in the kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in standing water.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rising off a towel inside the employee hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Garbage can.
Water leaking from faucet,next to drive thru.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cinnamon contain not labeled above the breading station.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee clock in and use a drink cup to dispense ice in drive thru.
Drain cover(s) missing mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door panel has been removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall on the corner edge next to the pickup window,
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer system.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed in standing water in the three compartment sink l
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched register and then engaged in food preparation making a sandwich, failed to wash their hands.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed prep employee using a single serving cup to dispense rice.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with water. Back in three compartment sink area and in front of the walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floors,underneath the racks.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed corner piece of the wall on the back display side has damaged.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.