Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park
Last inspected:
430 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 320735018Part of: Popeyes Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has accumulated 228 violations across 43 inspections since 2022, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility was emergency-closed twice and has faced an intensifying pattern of enforcement activity throughout 2025, including an administrative complaint recommended in August following violations for employee health reporting, chemical storage, consumer advisories, and shell stock requirements. Recent inspection activity shows ongoing compliance challenges, with a routine food inspection in December 2025 citing 14 violations including improper hand washing, food contact surface issues, and employee health reporting failures, followed by a complaint inspection in February 2026 that resulted in a callback after corrections were made.
Most recent closure: October 2, 2025 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Comparison to Clay County Averages
This Facility
5.3
violations / inspection
5.3 violations per inspection
Clay County Avg
5.51
violations / inspection
5.51 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Clay County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Emergency Closure History (2)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025091328 | $400.00 | Oct 2, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2023037072 | $400.00 | Apr 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher next to reach in cooler near office.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-04-26: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only.
In walk-in freezer on condenser unit - From follow-up inspection on 2017-06-27: No change to wires
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only.
In walk-in freezer on condenser unit
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections30 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections44 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park last inspected?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park last shut down?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park was last shut down on October 2, 2025 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park had?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park find?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park been fined?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 in Orange Park has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Orange Park operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Popeye's Chicken&biscuits #130 (2017-2017).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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