Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
April 22, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 3
Popeyes currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 22, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- Sodium Warning icon not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags for food items that contain 2300mg or more of sodium in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized
- Sodium Warning statement not posted conspicuously at the point of purchase. “Warning: [icon image] indicates that the sodium (salt) content of this item is higher than the total daily recommended limit (2300 mg). High sodium intake can increase blood pressure and risk of heart disease and stroke.”
Latest Inspection Details
April 22, 2026
- Date
- April 22, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 22, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 7, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 11, 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: April 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 8, slightly higher than its October 2024 score of 5.
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: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Popeyes's current NYC health grade?
Popeyes currently has a A grade.
When was Popeyes last inspected?
Popeyes was last inspected on April 22, 2026.
What was Popeyes's latest inspection score?
Popeyes's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Popeyes have in its latest inspection?
Popeyes had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Popeyes located?
Popeyes is located at 14-26 Cornaga Avenue in Queens, NY 11691.
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: 50089768
Last updated: June 26, 2026