Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
28
Last inspection
May 27, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
21 / 7
Popeyes currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 27, 2026 found 6 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 28 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-Critical
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Thawing procedure improper.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Latest Inspection Details
May 27, 2026
- Date
- May 27, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 28
- Critical points
- 21
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 6 (3 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
May 27, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 21, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 2, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Popeyes has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: August 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score was 13, slightly higher than its September 2023 score of 2.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Popeyes's latest score: 28
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Popeyes's current NYC health grade?
Popeyes does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Popeyes last inspected?
Popeyes was last inspected on May 27, 2026.
What was Popeyes's latest inspection score?
Popeyes's latest inspection score was 28 points.
How many violations did Popeyes have in its latest inspection?
Popeyes had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Popeyes located?
Popeyes is located at 1220 Surf Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11224.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 41653095
Last updated: June 26, 2026