Papa John #888

1100 15 St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Pizza

Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Papa John #888 has been inspected five times since 2022. Papa John #888 was last inspected on Nov 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Papa John #888 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 14, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a half empty water bottle on shelf in the walk in cooler over food. The manager moved it.

12B-13-4

Jul 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The cook brought paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a pink liquid in a spray bottle in the restroom. The manager labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled throughout. The cook labeled the bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Jul 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 1, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above the oven.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed on the walk-in cooler door. **Repeat Violation**

14-36-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the inside of the hand washing sink soiled. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at the triple sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-11-4

Aug 24, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken poppers (60F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (53F - Cold Holding) located at pizza prep area, less than 4 hours. Employee placed food items into reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 dented can of " pineapple tidbits" by Dole; 6lbs 10oz, located under prep counter, across from three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee food handler training expired on 5/20/2022 for Brenda Prieto, provided by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.

53B-14-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door not self closing, at bathroom used by food employees at kitchen area.

32-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located on top of storage shelf of canned food items. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold/door frame that opens to the outside located at back kitchen area.

35B-01-4

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed exposed insulation and cracks of door panel of walk in cooler at kitchen area.

14-36-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed wrapped pizza boxes stored on kitchen floor. Manager removed pizza boxes from kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hose attachment/faucet located at three compartment sink.

29-11-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal bags/purses stored on top of stacked pizza boxes at kitchen area. Advised Manager to remove. **Corrective Action Taken**

40-06-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John #888 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John #888 on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa John #888?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John #888.

How does Papa John #888 compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Papa John #888 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Papa John #888's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Papa John #888 have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John #888 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Papa John #888 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John #888 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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