POPEYE'S FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN
932 MAIN ST, Belle Glade FL 33430 · 561.996.5089
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 fly landing on pans at raw chicken breading area then landing on clean lids and clean fryer basket handle. 2 live flies landing on clean pans at prep area near walk in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025059737 | Jul 21, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024043236 | Jul 2, 2024 | Aug 13, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. At fryer area: raw chicken (118F - Cooking) Observed chef remove cooked chicken from fryer and placed on hot holding rack for storage. Chicken did not cook to a minimum of 165F. Operator removed chicken to cook to 165+F.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handled raw chicken, peeled glove off then began to handle clean bucket; no hand wash. Observed employee touch forehead and clothes then began to handle mittens to handle baskets of cooked chicken and clean fryer basket; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. At fryer area: raw chicken (118F - Cooking) Observed chef remove cooked chicken from fryer and placed on hot holding rack for storage. Chicken did not cook to a minimum of 165F. Operator removed chicken to cook to 165+F.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At prep counter: cooked rice (110F at 10:45am; 110F at 11:15am- Cooked Cooling) As per operator, cooling since 9:00am Product did not cool from 135F to 70F within 2 hours. Operator reheated to 169F to restart cooling process.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee handled raw chicken, peeled glove off then began to handle clean bucket; no hand wash. Observed employee touch forehead and clothes then began to handle mittens to handle baskets of cooked chicken and clean fryer basket; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch clothes then handled bottles of sauces; no hand wash. Employee washed hands.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 fly landing on pans at raw chicken breading area then landing on clean lids and clean fryer basket handle. 2 live flies landing on clean pans at prep area near walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At front counter make table: shredded lettuce (46F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; sliced cheese (51F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; shredded cheese (52F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 7am. At walk in cooler: coleslaw (46F at 11:30am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 6:51am. Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At front counter make table: shredded lettuce (46F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; sliced cheese (51F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; shredded cheese (52F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 7am. At walk in cooler: coleslaw (46F at 11:30am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 6:51am. Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table: mashed potatoes (122F - Hot Holding) As per operator, stored since 1.25hrs. Operator discarded.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. At front counter make table: shredded lettuce (46F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; sliced cheese (51F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) since 7am; shredded cheese (52F at 11:08am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 7am. At walk in cooler: coleslaw (46F at 11:30am- Ambient Cooling) As per operator and label, cooling since 6:51am. Products did not cool to 41F within 4 hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. At prep counter: cooked rice (110F at 10:45am; 110F at 11:15am- Cooked Cooling) As per operator, cooling since 9:00am Product did not cool from 135F to 70F within 2 hours. Operator reheated to 169F to restart cooling process.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee coffee stored over biscuits in single door reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found In kitchen dry storage area approximately 5 live flying insects landing on sealed boxed of single service items. Approximately 2 live flying insects in kitchen chicken prep area, landing on walls. Discussed with operator to eliminate flying insects and clean and sanitize areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen above deep fryer preparation area ceiling tiles have accumulation of grease residue. In kitchen dry storage area ac vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen in front of food preparation sink floor tiles missing, floor no longer easily cleanable, discussed with operator to replace tiles.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize shelves.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen, discussed with operator.
Jul 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found In kitchen dry storage area approximately 5 live flying insects landing on sealed boxed of single service items. Approximately 2 live flying insects in kitchen chicken prep area, landing on walls. Discussed with operator to eliminate flying insects and clean and sanitize areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen above deep fryer preparation area ceiling tiles have accumulation of grease residue. In kitchen dry storage area ac vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen in front of three compartment sink and in dry storage area puddles of water on floor, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize areas.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen in front of food preparation sink floor tiles missing, floor no longer easily cleanable, discussed with operator to replace tiles.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues, discussed with operator to clean and sanitize shelves.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen, discussed with operator.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection 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, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At hot box near ice machine: cooked chicken (125F - Hot Holding) As per operator, stored since 45 mins. Operator discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen.
Jul 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee fixed clothes standing in front of fryer then prepared French fries touching fryer baskets; no hand wash. Advised manager that employee should wash hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 flies flying around in kitchen; 2 landing on cover of pan with chicken batter at breading station. 6 flies landing on shelf with boxes of dressings and on box with dressing. 4 flies flying around in office area.
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. Stainless steel single door reach in cooler: portioned cups of coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding) As per employee, coleslaws were taken from walk in at 9:00am, more than 4 hours prior. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stainless steel single door reach in cooler: portioned cups of coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding) As per employee, coleslaws were taken from walk in at 9:00am, more than 4 hours prior. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Fly catcher installed over cold well with boneless chicken at breading station. Manager had employee move cold well with boneless chicken at breading station.
Mar 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live, small flying insect flying around in food preparation area near fryer area. 1 live, small flying insect flying around at food storage area near entrance to walk in cooler. 1 live, small flying insect seen on wall at hand wash area beside mop sink.
Mar 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live, small flying insect flying around in food preparation area near fryer area. 1 live, small flying insect flying around at food storage area near entrance to walk in cooler. 1 live, small flying insect seen on wall at hand wash area beside mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink beside mop sink used to store empty spray bottles. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer: open box of frozen biscuits stored on floor. Operator stored properly.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. At prep area, flour bin stored beneath bug zapper. Operator removed bin.
Jul 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live on wall next to kitchen office, 1 live on box of biscuits in prep kitchen, 1 live above Batter station, 1 live on case of plastic cups in dry storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink next to mop sink - sanitizer bucket inside - operator removed.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. To go area bug zapper above sugar bin.
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