CHICAGO, IL - Multiple violations were discovered at Popeyes during a health inspection on 08/06/2025.
The establishment operates from 11350 S Halsted Street Chicago Illinois in Roseland, a busy area of Chicago known for its dining scene.
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According to inspection records: "38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present - comments: 6-501." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Food Code Standards, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Popeyes swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in Chicago's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2621794 |
| DBA Name | POPEYES |
| AKA Name | POPEYES |
| License # | 2578260 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 11350 S HALSTED ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60628 |
| Inspection Date | 08/06/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | 6-501.111 UPON RE-INSPECTION INSPECTOR OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 3 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE FOOD PREP AREA AND ABOUT 15 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY |
| Latitude | 41.687216927276424 |
| Longitude | -87.6423646216907 |
| Location | (41.687216927276424 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 6, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation.
Why are these violations concerning?
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.