POPI'S PLACE III
10508 US 41 N, Palmetto FL 34221 · 941.722.9055
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Presence of insects and other pests. Observed lizard droppings on exterior of establishment on window seal. No observation or any pests or pest droppings inside establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2018020596 | Mar 12, 2018 | Sep 5, 2018 | $640 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine in kitchen soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles cracked and missing from kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior bathroom doors without self closing doors.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer shelves rusted.
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs, removed gloves and applied new gloves without handwashing. Employee discarded new gloves and washed hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread rolls stored inside black garbage bag inside of walk in cooler.
Presence of insects and other pests. Observed lizard droppings on exterior of establishment on window seal. No observation or any pests or pest droppings inside establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored above ready to eat Sausage in walk in cooler. Operator corrected storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed open package of frozen hot dogs stored on rusted shelf in walk in freezer. Observed rust on unpackaged hotdogs. Operator discarded hot dogs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food stored in kitchen on cook line measuring above 41F Hashbrowns (67F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheese (52F - Cold Holding).Sliced cheese and hashbrowns were stored on cook line 1 hour prior to inspection per operator. Observed Waffle Mix stored at room temp measuring (84F - Cold Holding). Waffle mix stored at room temp for 30 mins per operator. All items placed inside cold holding units. Observed the following items above 41F Ham (47F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw Dressing (44F - Cold Holding); Chicken Soup (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had received food delivery prior to inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer soiled on prep counter.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed paint brush with metal binding stored inside melted butter on hot well.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine in kitchen soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored inside reach in cooler next to food for service.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles cracked and missing from kitchen floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves in kitchen soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink near salad station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior bathroom doors without self closing doors.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted on expo line.
Stored food not covered. Observed food uncovered inside of walk in cooler.
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Observed open package of frozen hot dogs stored on rusted shelf in walk in freezer. Observed rust on unpackaged hotdogs. Operator discarded hot dogs.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in freezer shelves rusted.
Aug 3, 2026Inspection 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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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel in direct contact with cut lettuce at front service reach in cooler. Operator removed paper towel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine in back prep area soiled. Employee cleaned interior of ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed establishment with 2025 license posted. Operator posted active license.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked and missing floor tiles in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave in kitchen soiled. Employee cleaned interior of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters above fryers soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed food stored inside reach in freezer uncovered. Employee covered food.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
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 missing floor tiles throughout kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 bottles of water in walk in freezer. Manager removed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear kitchen exit door with no self closer.
Aug 1, 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 some missing floor tiles in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at wait station sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in front kitchen under shelf unit. Tiles missing by cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents over fry station with grease buildup.
Aug 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed some employees with no written plan.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection 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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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black slimy buildup.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken/ missing floor tiles in kitchen area.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee washing dishes touch dirty dishes then touch clean dishes without washing hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris buildup on mixer housing.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing lid on trash receptacle in women's restroom.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing/cracked floor tiles adjacent to fryer in kitchen area.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in front of walk-in cooler untreated concrete. Not smooth and durable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at front wait staff sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle of honey, water and spice jar not labeled.
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.