POPEYE'S CHICKEN & BISCUITS
1416 S MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach FL 33415 · 561.963.6119
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 3 landing on the wall under 3 compartment sink Operator killed, sanitized areas ISAT for Larry Torres at 1:20pm for this violation
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer; opened bag of raw fish stored over opened bag of cooked potato fries. Operator moved raw fish below cooked fries.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At drive thru hot holding cabinet; cooked chicken (125F - Hot Holding). Operator stated items cooked/reheated prior to being held for less than one hour, discarded.
Employee applied hand antiseptic in place of washing hands as required. Employee entered kitchen, adjusted uniform, used hand antiseptic and then handled clean equipment and utensils without first washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands.
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready to eat food without washing hands. Employee was handling raw chicken on breading station then removed gloves,changed gloves then proceeded to walk inside walk in cooler grabbed a container with biscuits to bring to the line. Arms visible soiled with flour from breading station. Advised operator to tell employee to wash hands
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 3 landing on the wall under 3 compartment sink Operator killed, sanitized areas ISAT for Larry Torres at 1:20pm for this violation
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.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris by soda machine by drive through window and under cooked chicken holders on front counter area.
Jun 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handle wiping cloth, soiled pan then began to handle clean tong to handle chicken; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At breading station in ice bath: raw boneless chicken (54F at 11:30am; 54F at 12:00pm- Cooling) As per operator, cooling since 10:15am. At current rate of cooling, item will not cool to 41F in a total of 4 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At warmer: cooked chicken wings (130F - Hot Holding) As per operator, stored since 15 minutes. Operator discarded.
Dec 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in Cooler; raw chicken (58F - Cold Holding) Per operator was held in cooler for approximately two hours Per operator item was thawed and removed from cooler to be used but then was brought back to cooler. Operator moved to quick chill
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors throughout establishment contain debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Front counter soiled with dirt or dust
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At Triple sink; Triple Sink (Quaternary 400+ppm) Discussed with operator who fixed to quaternary 200 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At Warmer; chicken tender (125F - Hot Holding) Per operator held for less than 30 minutes Discussed with operator Operator moved to reheat to 165+F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At dry storage area; Bottle containing chemical on shelf with single use utensils Discussed with operator who removed
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for some employees.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. At dry storage area; Bag containing sauce on the floor Discussed with operator who removed
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At prep table, buttermilk batter mix (46F - Cold Holding) Operator stated mix held for approximately 1 hour prior. Food item not prepared or portioned today. Advised operator to add ice to holding unit to facilitate cooling. Operator added ice to unit.
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bag of Raw fish stored over bags of French fries in upright freezer. Explained and emailed proper storage chart. Employee rearranged.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on one side of the splitter at mop sink. ( installed before the splitter. Move to one side of the splitter ( hose hooked up )
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. One floor tile missing by upright freezer. Resulting in standing water.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Grout missing throughout the establishment. Resulting in standing water in between tiles.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cheese 47° in sandwiche station being held 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit...cheese 47° in sandwiche station being held 4 hours. Stop sale issue. Employee discarded cheese.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at drive through.
Standing water in Floor due to floor tiles in disrepair at batter station
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner...thawing chicken in standing water at prep sink. Employee run water.
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