Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka
Last inspected:
710 S Hwy 19, Palatka, FL 32177Part of: Popeyes Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has accumulated 233 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.7 per visit. The facility was shut down in July 2024 for fly activity. Fire inspections documented three violations including portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone in 2022 and a blocked exit with cardboard boxes stored in front of the back door in 2018. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine.
Most recent closure: July 10, 2024 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 violations per inspection
Putnam County Avg
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Putnam County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (1)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024055509 | $400.00 | Jul 10, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Silver fire extinguisher by hand wash sink by hot holding area. **Repeat Violation**
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 · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Silver fire extinguisher by left side of fryers in the red zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Cardboard boxes stored in front of back door. Employee moved boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— 6 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections34 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka last inspected?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka last shut down?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka was last shut down on July 10, 2024 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 Palatka?
- The most frequently cited violations at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka had?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka find?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka ever been shut down?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka been fined?
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #132 in Palatka has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Palatka operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits#132 (2018).
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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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