Papa John's Pizza 2556

1416 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

Pizza

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Papa John's Pizza 2556 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 27, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

Across the inspection history, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Lehigh Acres restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bottles of water on floor in walk-in cooler. The manager removed bottles of water from off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

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

36-34-5

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from pizza maker gasket torn.

14-11-5

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed build up of food particles on can opener blade.

22-02-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door handles on pizza station prep table.

23-24-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop used to dispense toppings in pizza table in contact with food.

10-06-5

Jul 19, 2023

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on walls near Pizza prep area.

36-27-5

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Feb 14, 2023

Complaint Full

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no bodily fluids cleanup instructions. Emailed operator appropriate information. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed employees do not have signed employee responsibility forms on premises. Emailed appropriate information. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with buildup of food debris. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tiles soiled with grease like substance and dust. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board has deep cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Nov 30, 2022

Complaint Full

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

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed Eight dented Papa John's pizza sauce cans on can rack. See stop sale. **Warning**

01B-01-4

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed hot water heater not working at time of inspection. **Warning**

12A-19-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with deep scratching. Operator stated he will sand them down. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed no hot running water at time of inspection. Water at 75F. **Warning**

27-18-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed build up of dust like substance on ceiling vents. **Warning**

36-34-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's Pizza 2556 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza 2556 on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa John's Pizza 2556?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza 2556.

How does Papa John's Pizza 2556 compare to other restaurants in Lehigh Acres?

Papa John's Pizza 2556 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Lehigh Acres average of 78.

Has Papa John's Pizza 2556's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa John's Pizza 2556 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John's Pizza 2556 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's Pizza 2556 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's Pizza 2556 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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