Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Health Inspection Grade
Chicken · 252 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
January 9, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 9, 2026 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Latest Inspection Details
January 9, 2026
- Date
- January 9, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jan 9, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 6, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and November 2024. Its latest score was 12, lower than its November 2024 score of 13.
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 Louisiana Kitchen's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen currently has a A grade.
When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen last inspected?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen was last inspected on January 9, 2026.
What was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is located at 252 8th Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10011.
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: 50053717
Last updated: June 26, 2026