Popeyes Chicken
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
78
Score
Popeyes Chicken, located at 4501 River Rd in Columbus, GA, underwent a low-risk inspection on April 6, 2026, with a score of 78. This inspection identified two major violations concerning adequate handwashing facilities and the cleaning and sanitization of food-contact surfaces, along with one minor violation related to the maintenance and cleanliness of physical facilities. Across four scored inspections, Popeyes Chicken has predominantly received low-risk ratings.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
78
Sep 10, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
74
Feb 28, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Violations — Apr 6, 2026 Inspection
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in the main kitchen area next to the 3-compartment sink not working. Sensor appeared to be broken, and the hand sink was turned off. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Priority foundation item must be corrected within 10 calendar days.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling leaking onto prep table in the front food service area directly in front of heat lamps and warmer pass-thru. Facility had placed food containers on prep table to collect water leaking from above. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Must correct violation within 10 calendar days.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tiles in front food service area in disrepair and leaking. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Must correct violation within 72 hours.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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