Popeyes on Pinhook Road Closed After Grease Fire Damages Kitchen

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) — The Popeyes restaurant at 1300 W. Pinhook Road is closed indefinitely after a grease fire caused significant damage to the kitchen Tuesday evening.

Lafayette firefighters responded to the scene at 5:30 p.m. after employees reported flames in the kitchen. Crews arrived to find heavy smoke coming from the business.

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What Happened at the Lafayette Popeyes

Firefighters entered the restaurant and found flames concentrated around the fryer area in the kitchen. The fire was quickly brought under control.

Several gas fryers sustained damage in the blaze. The interior of the restaurant suffered heavy smoke damage throughout.

Electrical and gas utility services were disconnected as a safety precaution due to the fire damage.

Cause of the Fire

Fire officials determined the fire started when grease build-up near the burner area ignited.

The restaurant will remain closed until necessary repairs can be completed. No timeline for reopening has been announced.

No injuries were reported in the incident.

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