Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa

Last inspected:

2701 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612

Part of: Popeyes Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

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.

20Inspections
87Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 4.4 violations / inspection 4.4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.68 violations / inspection 5.68 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 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
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 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
— 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
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa last inspected?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 8782 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 8782 in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa had?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 8782 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa find?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 8782 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 8782 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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