Popeye's in Tampa
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2701 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612Part of: Popeyes Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Popeyes #171 in Tampa has 19 inspections on record dating back to August 2022, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have included consumer advisory issues, employee health reporting failures, management awareness problems, and handwashing facility deficiencies. Shell stock handling and food contact surface violations appeared in July 2025. The facility recorded its highest violation count in May 2025 with 8 violations, including two high-priority findings for management awareness and employee health reporting. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 documented 6 violations—one high-priority, one intermediate, and one basic—and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Popeye's in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Popeye's in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Popeye's in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Popeye's in Tampa last inspected?
- Popeye's #171 in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Popeye's in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Popeye's #171 in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Popeye's in Tampa had?
- Popeye's #171 in Tampa has had 20 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 Popeye's in Tampa find?
- Popeye's #171 in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Popeye's in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Popeye's #171 in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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