A98
POPEYES #13844
4422 SUNSET RD, Charlotte, NC 28216
Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 20600111630
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedJul 6, 2026
Inspections on record2
On record sinceMay 7, 2026
Score history
May 7, 2026Higher is betterJul 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 6, 2026 A 98 · 3 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Observed flying insects in kitchen and dining areas of facility. Increase pest control visits to address insect presence.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5
Repeat violation
-REPEAT-
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed broken soap dispenser at hand wash sink beside 3-comp sink. Observed broken reach-in cooler by back door. Observed rusted wheels on walk-in cooler speed racks. Observed broken handle on walk-in freezer door. Observed broken hot holding equipment for French fries. Observed broken bun toaster.
*Transition permit items.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5
Repeat violation
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Observed low grout and broken/missing floor and coping tiles throughout facility. Repair/replace grout and broken/missing tiles.
*Transition permit items.
May 7, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1
6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry.
Observed gap in bottom right corner of back door. Replace/repair weatherstripping at back door.
*Transition permit item.
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
Observed flying insects in kitchen and dining areas of facility. Increase pest control visits to address insect presence.
#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls.
Observed missing/damaged caulking between the back of the 3-comp sink/prep sink unit and wall. Repair/replace caulking.
*Transition permit item.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair.
Observed broken soap dispenser at hand wash sink beside 3-comp sink. Observed broken reach-in cooler by back door. Observed rusted wheels on walk-in cooler speed racks. Observed broken seal and broken handle on walk-in freezer door. Observed broken hot holding equipment for French fries. Observed broken bun toaster.
*Transition permit items.
#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices −1
Follow-up verification required
5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch. -P-
Observed missing air gap at two of three sink drain lines under 3-comp sink. Repair drain lines to achieve air gap. 3-day VR required (5/8).
*Transition permit item.
5-205.15 Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
Observed drip at 3-comp sink sprayer and at can wash faucet fittings. Observed access hole under hand wash sink in women’s bathroom. Observed missing/damaged caulking around women’s bathroom toilet. Repair leaks, caulking and access hole.
*Transition permit items.
#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair.
Observed low grout and broken/missing floor and coping tiles throughout facility. Repair/replace grout and broken/missing tiles.
*Transition permit items.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “POPEYES #13844” or State ID 20600111630). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.