Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
20
Last inspection
January 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
17 / 3
Popeyes currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 5, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 20 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 5, 2026
- Date
- January 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 20
- Critical points
- 17
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
5 inspections
Jan 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 9, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Popeyes's most recent graded inspection in June 2024 was a A, after a B in March 2024.
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: 20
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Popeyes's current NYC health grade?
Popeyes currently has a Z grade.
When was Popeyes last inspected?
Popeyes was last inspected on January 5, 2026.
What was Popeyes's latest inspection score?
Popeyes's latest inspection score was 20 points.
How many violations did Popeyes have in its latest inspection?
Popeyes had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Popeyes located?
Popeyes is located at 1908 3rd Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50058180
Last updated: June 26, 2026