POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN #140
491 W TENNESSEE ST, Tallahassee FL 32301
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed batter stored below raw chicken in walk in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2017036287 | Jul 20, 2017 | Aug 9, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors throughout establishment and kitchen. Contacted local fire authorities.
Mar 26, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors throughout establishment and kitchen. Contacted local fire authorities.
Mar 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped inside hand sink near kitchen entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated dust.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath fryers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile cracked near three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of microwave soiled with food debris.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors throughout establishment and kitchen. Contacted local fire authorities.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet in women's bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen accumulated with dust.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed conditioning not working properly in frontline/kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile missing in ware washing area in front of back door.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout kitchen accumulated with dust.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several floor tiles missing in ware washing area and in front of walk in freezer.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for 5 seconds.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over mashed potatoes in walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch trash can with gloved hands and then touch container with raw chicken present. Educated employee on cross contamination and food borne illness.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French fries 120F, front line, per manager placed 15 minutes ago, manager disposed of.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain covers missing near mop sink, and in front of chicken prep station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor near walk in cooler and dunnage rack soiled with food and flour debris. All observed floors behind registers and front line with trash, food debris. Also floors behind ice machine.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in front of walk in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in expo cooler near lemonade maker.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda machine with mold like substance, drive thru.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed lids stored upright, drive thru area.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed batter stored below raw chicken in walk in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.Observed waste receptacle not covered in women's restroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license 6/1/22. Manager printed during inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone charger stored on microwave.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back exit door.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on containers in ware washing area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on containers in washing area area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken tenders thawing in bucket in 3 compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at faucet at mop sink and leak at pipe at handwashing sink near employee entrance.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee at fry station with gloved hands touch dirty pans, sanitizer cloths, and then begin battering raw chicken.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed exhaust vents throughout kitchen with mold like substance, dust.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile near ice machine by employee entrance.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no receptacle hand was sink by employee entrance.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with mold like substance, grease between Bach exit door and 3 compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.