Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
August 11, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Popeyes currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 11, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 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.
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
August 11, 2026
- Date
- August 11, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Aug 11, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 19, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 25, 2024
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 2026 and February 2025. Its latest score was 8, lower than its February 2025 score of 12.
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 August 11, 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 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Popeyes located?
Popeyes is located at 32-78 48th Street in Queens, NY 11103.
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: 50099444
Last updated: August 18, 2026