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Popeye's

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3426 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix 85053

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-50001

Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

92
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 1, 2023 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jan 31, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Feb 9, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 20, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 19, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 3, 2025 — Routine — score 79 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Mar 13, 2025 — Re-Inspection — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Sep 22, 2025 — Routine — score 92 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 3 core)Jan 28, 2026 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 17, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)99
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jul 17, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed time control parameters on the small prep table near the office. Also discussed food code laws regarding food prep with bandage wrapped hand injuries.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.114

Inspector's notes

Observed a small roof leak in the dining area. Manager states they are working with maintenance on repairing the roof leak. Discussed the importance of keeping the facility in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter

Jan 28, 2026Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation6-301.12

Inspector's notes

Observed hand wash sink near dish area without a drying provision. Instructed PIC to stock the area regardless of paper towel dispenser not being in good repair. Discussed required hand washing supplies Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. 6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#18 — Proper Cooking Time and TemperaturesPriority3-401.11

Inspector's notes

Observed chicken being pulled from the fryer to be utilized for service. The staff did not temp the chicken to verify it was fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken varied between 130-70 degrees F. All chicken was placed back in the fryer to ensure all pieces reached a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F, Discussed always using a thermometer to ensure all chicken is ready for service. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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All raw animal proteins must reach a final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-401.12 (C) - Priority: Microwave Cooking; Minimum Cooking Temperature. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4616/25575/AMC-Toolbox---Cooking.

2025

Sep 22, 2025Routine1 foundation3 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed possible leaks in ceiling in dining room.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed RAID pesticide in small storage closet between restrooms. Pest control may only be accomplished by a certified pest control company. Raid was discarded at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed thawing of chicken at room temperature at food prep sink across from walk in cooler.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing Predefined Comment: All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#41 — Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and StoredCore3-304.14

Inspector's notes

Observed 0ppm quaternary ammonia based sanitizer for wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets. Sanitizer to be between 150-400 ppm per the manufacturers recommendation. Old sanitizer water was removed and replaced with water at @200ppm. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCounty code (MCEHC)
#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed condensation drain form walk in cooler is disconnected and not allowing condensation to drain into floor sink. Observed foam sealant between metal on fryer and warmer structure. Surfaces are to be easily cleanable and in good repair.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Mar 13, 2025Re-Inspection1 coreA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected. During site inspection sandwich prep cooler was repaired had an ambient temperature of 37*F.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed lightbulbs in walk in cooler and freezer which were not covered or shatterproof. Lights over opened food and utensils must be protected. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

Mar 3, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Shredded cheese in single door sandwich prep cooler at 45*F. Cold hold of food to be at 41*F or lower. Cheese was placed in walk in cooler to cool back down to 41*F. Advised staff to verify cold hold temperatures during the day to verify cold hold temperatures are being met. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Inspector's notes

Observed small single door sandwich prep cooler with an internal ambient temperature of 45-50*F. Shredded cheese in bottom of unit were placed in walk in cooler to cool to 41*F. Staff are currently using an ice bath on top for sliced tomatoes, sauces, sliced cheeses, which are maintained at 41*F. Equipment must be working to maintain all food at 41*F. A Reinspection will be completed on or before Thursday March 13, 2025. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed lightbulbs in walk in cooler and freezer which were not covered or shatterproof. Lights over opened food and utensils must be protected. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding

2024

Aug 19, 2024RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed staff using time as control for items in refrigerator beneath sandwich prep warmer.

Feb 20, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.At time of site visit, small single door sandwich prep cooler had an internal ambient temperature of 38*F.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Sergio R.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Sergio Rios

Feb 9, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection the small sandwich prep refrigerator for chicken sandwich prep still had not been repaired. Staff continue to use an ice bath to keep food cold. At time of site visit, sliced cheese and sauces were maintaining at 41*F. Person in charge explained that they were still waiting for the refrigerator to be repaired. Equipment must be able to hold food at 41*F without assistance of using ice.A re-inspection will be completed in 10 days to verify unit is able to keep food at 41*F or lower with out ice being added. Re-inspection to be completed on or before Tuesday, February 20, 2024.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Alex M.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Alex Mercado

Jan 31, 2024Routine1 foundationB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with Sergio R.Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with inspection.Person in charge explained that there was a work order to check the walk in freezer, ambient temperature inside observed to be 38*F. Some ice build up was observed at condenser/fan area. Continue the cleaning of walls and wire racks in kitchen area, watch coving behind wire rack by walk in cooler and freezer.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Sergio Rios

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed small sandwich prep refrigerator beneath hot hold chicken for sandwiches not operating. Staff are currently using ice to keep sauces, cheese, and pickles at 41*F. Ice may be used only as a temporary fix. Equipment must be able to hold cold food at 41*F or lower Reinspection to be completed on or before Friday February 9, 2024 Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

2023

Aug 1, 2023Routine1 priority1 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Verbally discussed Notice of Inspection Rights with .Emailed copy of inspection report to facility.Emailed copy of 72 hour notice with inspection.Discussed watching small counter height refrigerator holding biscuits. Unit appears to be showing some ice build up and may need to be defrosted.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: B,Signer: Corey Moore

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Observed no sanitizer at third compartment of three compartment sink. Quat sanitizer to be between 150 - 400 ppm sanitizer residue. Sanitizer was changed and retested at 200ppm. Corrected at time of inspection Core-4-602.11 (E), C: Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. Brownish substance observed on ice deflector of ice machine. Food contact surfaces are to be cleaned at regular interval to prevent build of of food and or other debris. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Core-4-602.13, C: Nonfood Contact Surfaces Observed grease and oil build up along walls and area directly surrounding fryers. Wire racks along wall by walk in freezer have some old food and other debris build up. Surfaces are to be cleaned at regular intervals to prevent the build up of food and dirt Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →