Popeyes in Sanford
Last inspected:
4958 W State Rd 46, Sanford, FL 32771Part of: Popeyes Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Popeyes 11942 in Sanford has received 22 inspections since 2016, accumulating 96 violations with no emergency closures. The facility averaged 4.4 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Violations have centered on chemical storage (cited in at least 5 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (multiple inspections), and consumer advisory compliance. A handwashing procedures violation was documented on August 12, 2022, and a time-as-control violation appeared on October 20, 2021. A fire safety violation was documented on August 31, 2017, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone at the front counter. The most recent inspection on January 9, 2026 resulted in 8 basic violations with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Popeyes in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
Popeyes in Sanford: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Popeyes in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
Popeyes in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Popeyes in Sanford last inspected?
- Popeyes 11942 in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Popeyes in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Popeyes 11942 in Sanford are: Proper cooling equipment, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Popeyes in Sanford had?
- Popeyes 11942 in Sanford has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Popeyes in Sanford find?
- Popeyes 11942 in Sanford was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Popeyes in Sanford ever been shut down?
- No, Popeyes 11942 in Sanford has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- 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 in Sanford had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Popeyes 11942 in Sanford has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Popeyes in Sanford operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen (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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