POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN OPERATED BY TICE
3238 FOWLER ST, Fort Myers FL 33901
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
MAR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
APR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10-15 live, small flying insects near mop sink and ware washing area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023052689 | Jul 31, 2023 | Oct 12, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2021038016 | Jul 20, 2021 | Feb 1, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile in dining room shows damage or is in disrepair.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10-15 live, small flying insects near mop sink and ware washing area.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed manager use handwash sink near fryers to fill water pitcher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile in dining room shows damage or is in disrepair.
Open dumpster lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed rear exit blocked by cardboard boxes and mop bucket. The operator removed the items.
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 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
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door in first unisex bathroom not tightly closing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket a reach in freezer,cooler and reach in behind the service counter soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open.
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) stored across from fryers, the operator iced down the items in the holding unit.
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. Emailed Clean Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR Form HR 5030-104 to store.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse and jacket stored on prep table near fryer prep line. The operator relocated the items.
Floor area in front of ice machine covered with standing water.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy was emailed to the operator to post in the kitchen.
Mar 10, 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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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles as loose near batter station by fryers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup under condenser unit in walk in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in reach in cooler across from steam well.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken plastic container at deep fry station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan guard in reach in freezer in fry station.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed fryer area as having smoke like vapors.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from soda machine on top of soda syrup box racks.
Nov 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in fry station: spicy chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw bone in chicken (43F - Cold Holding). Operator moved items to walk in cooler unit. Operator states that unit typically is cooled with ice, but ice machine is broken so pans of food are brought out for prep then placed back in walk in cooler.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken plastic container at deep fry station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan guard in reach in freezer in fry station.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed fryer area as having smoke like vapors.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water dripping from soda machine on top of soda syrup box racks.
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler unit across from fryers: raw chicken bone in (46F - Cold Holding). Operator iced down food item.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed grout damaged or missing in hallway by 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer unit behind condenser.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple loose and broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink and cooler near fryers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed large buildup of ice on floor of walk in freezer.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by drive thru.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near 3 compartment sink, reach in cooler by fryers, and ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around door frame of walk in freezer.
Jul 31, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler across from fryers raw chicken (56F - Cold Holding); raw spicy chicken (56F - Cold Holding).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink by drive thru.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near 3 compartment sink, reach in cooler by fryers, and ice machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around door frame of walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of single service items stored on floor of dry storage. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Jul 31, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cold holding station across from fryers: raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding). Operator began placing ice around items for rapid cooling.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple loose and broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink and cooler near fryers.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed large buildup of ice on floor of walk in freezer.
Jul 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects on exterior cardboard box near reach in freezer unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cold holding station across from fryers: raw chicken (53F - Cold Holding). Operator began placing ice around items for rapid cooling.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating candy on cook line near fryers.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple loose and broken floor tiles near 3 compartment sink and cooler near fryers.
Food stored on floor. Observed opened cases of food stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed large buildup of ice on floor of walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 cases of single service items stored on floor near fryers, and multiple other cases stored on floor in dry storage.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drain under seasoning sink as very slow draining, water appears to be standing in drain. Operator cleaned drain.
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