POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN #160
2143 W EDGEWOOD AVE, Jacksonville FL 32209 · (904)765-5597
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
APR 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at sandwich make area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked rice at temperatures of 51-53F in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated rice was cooked earlier in morning but more than 6 hours. Cooked rice (51-53F - Cooling)
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed cooked rice at temperatures of 51-53F in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated rice was cooked earlier in morning but more than 6 hours.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1/2 bag of cheddar cheese,12 pans of raw chicken, and 1 opened case of raw chicken at temperatures of 51-53F. Person in charge stated food items have remained in walk-in cooler over night and throughout the shift. A work order was placed to fix a malfunctioning walk-in cooler. Per person in charge maintenance had arrived to diagnose but had not fixed the walk-in cooler temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 1/2 bag of cheddar cheese,12 pans of raw chicken, and 1 opened case of raw chicken at temperatures of 51-53F. Person in charge stated food items have remained in walk-in cooler over night and throughout the shift. A work order was placed to fix a malfunctioning walk-in cooler. Per person in charge maintenance had arrived to diagnose but had not fixed the walk-in cooler temperature. Raw chicken items, shredded cheese (51-53F - Cold Holding)
Evidence of feeding stray/wild animals - food/water bowls provided outside. Observed individual filling water bowls behind dumpster of establishment. Upon further observation area behind dumpster has approximately 7 new bowls of food for stray animals in area. Inspector informed person in charge of evidence of feeding of stray animals behind dumpster.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance and water build up at bottom of ice scoop holder.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler with fan unit in disrepair. Ambient temperature inside walk-in cooler was at temperature of 55F.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation with no hairnet.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on gaskets of walk-in cooler and reach in cooler doors.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers stored above three compartment sink. Person in charge removed labels.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance build up at bottom of ice scoop holder.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed walk-in cooler door in disrepair and no longer easily cleanable.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in three compartment sink in standing water. Person in charge moved chicken to walk-in cooler.
Apr 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Biscuits stored in Popeyes Togo bags in walk in freezer. Manager removed from recycled Togo bags
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Wings 105-117 on hot holding rack. Manager discarded
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser near mop sink not dispensing, manager had to adjust
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. On spread sheet updated 3.31.25 some employees needs up dating
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook in kitchen wearing a watch
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 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. Observed cooked chicken breasts on top shelf heater unit on front line at 109-117F. Person in charge stated it was cooked 30 minutes prior and voluntarily discarded. Cooked chicken breasts (109-117F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice scoop holder with mold like substance build up. Employee washed, rinsed, and sanitized scoop and holder.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near to go window. Person in charge provided paper towels.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area soiled with grease build up.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a can of chips belonging to employee stored next to single service items on prep shelf under lemonade machine. Person in charge voluntarily discarded can.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 24, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage room, spray bottle of Comet cleaner stored on shelf with drink caddies and other single service items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mop bucket and mop stored in front of handwash sink near back door.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Lid missing on trash can in women's restroom.
Dead flies on premises. Observed 2 dead flies at front counter area. Employee swept flies and discarded.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles on cook line and in walk-in cooler in disrepair.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers at cook line have grease build up. Extinguisher tank attached to wall at end of fryer line, grease build up.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Build up of unbagged trash at dumpster enclosure.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Water turned off on dipperwell in prep area, water 83f. Employee turned water on.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at sandwich make area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk-in freezer, open bag of raw popcorn shrimp and pan of raw chicken stored over cases of fries.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Two manager certificates expired 7/19/2023. Also, 4 food handlers present, Certified Food Manager present has expired certificate.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles cracked or broken throughout kitchen.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In dry storage area, floor under shelves have build up of debris. Walls at sandwich make area and by back door, soiled.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Unbaggged trash and debris n ground in dumpster enclosure.
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