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POPEYES FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN #2094

4605 AIRLINE DR METAIRIE, LA 70001

RESTAURANT
Chicken
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 09/02/2026
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Safe Bite Grade is independently calculated by Safe Bite Report based on public LDH inspection data. Not an official health department grade. Grade based on latest inspection cycle through 09/02/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
09/02/2026 Routine
4 critical -155 points B → F
06/10/2026 Routine
1 critical -30 points A → B
03/10/2026 Routine
1 critical -20 points A → A
03/26/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points ? → A
Inspection — 09/02/2026
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 09/02/26

Food meets the definition of adulterated. LETTUCE IN WRAP STATION DISCOLORED-BROWN [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Multiple pathogens Chemical toxins Foreign matter

Adulterated food is unsafe by definition — it may contain pathogens, toxins, foreign objects, or unapproved chemicals. Serving adulterated food is the most direct path to making someone seriously ill.

Critical Repeat ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 09/02/26

A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment. ESTABLISHMENT HAS 90 DAYS TO COMPLY WITH FOOD SAFETY. ONCE COMPLETED IT SHALL BE POSTED IN PUBLICS VIEW. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 09/02/26

A sufficient quantity of hot water is not provided to meet the peak demands in the food establishment. 2705 - Hot water is not provided to all fixtures| equipment| and nonfood equipment as required. AT HAND SINK IN BATTERING AREA

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella E. coli (indirect — via inadequate cleaning)

Without hot water, staff can't effectively wash their hands or clean equipment. Cold water doesn't dissolve grease or activate soap as effectively, reducing the ability to remove pathogens from hands and surfaces.

Critical Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 09/02/26

The air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment is not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet. SPRAY SPIGOT AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants

Without proper air gaps, contaminated water can be sucked back into the clean water supply through backsiphonage. This means water used for food preparation, ice, or drinking could become contaminated.

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/02/26

A valid permit to operate is not posted in a conspicuous location. 2026-2027 PERMIT

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/02/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/02/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust| dirt| food residue and other debris. INTERIOR BOTTOM OF SANDWICH/WRAP COOLER [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/02/26

A sanitizer test kit is not provided to accurately measure the concentration in mg/L or parts per million of sanitizing solution provided.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/02/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food. SCOOP [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/02/26

In use food utensils are stored in water that is not maintained at a minimum of 135°F. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/02/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints. [Corrected]

Inspection — 06/10/2026
Visit Grade: B — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 06/10/26

A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Inspection — 03/10/2026
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 03/10/26

A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/10/26

A valid permit to operate is not posted in a conspicuous location.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/10/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/10/26

Equipment and utensils are not air-dried.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 03/10/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food. [Corrected]

Inspection — 03/26/2025
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/26/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. Throughout kitchen and lobby, cooler and freezer doors [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/26/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. Water stained ceiling tiles [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/26/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Shelves in cooler and freezer, trash can cabinets

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/26/25

The toilet room fixtures are not in good repair.

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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