Popeyes
53 WEST 116 STREET, Manhattan, 10026
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (3 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 27, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Mar 24, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Apr 10, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 110 rodent inspections on record, 29 finding rat activity.
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