Papa John's Pizza #920

14861 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618

Pizza

Last inspected: Aug 7, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Papa John's Pizza #920 has five inspections in the public record. Papa John's Pizza #920 was last inspected on Aug 7, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled”, which has been cited two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle located at back chemical dry storage shelf. Manager discarded spray bottle during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Dec 2, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Nov 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bottom felt cover of unisex is heavily frayed. Shelves above triple sink for clean dishes rusted. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Jul 18, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray chemical bottle stored by pizza dough employees removed **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler Cold holding: cook sausage 44 f operator placed in another cooler 2nd temp 43 f **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

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. Printed for management. Manager signed and one employee signed. Next unannounced inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

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. Provided by email.

11-27-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Ceiling tiles leaking on floor not dripping on Any food products. Employee placed buckets under water leaks.

36-22-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Operator removed from cheese in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

10-01-5

Jun 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sticks 55F at room temperature. Employee states cheese was taken out of cooler at 12pm. Employee put in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

11-27-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

41-17-4

11-26-1

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. 70F in bathroom.

27-16-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bottom felt cover of unisex is heavily frayed. Shelves above triple sink for clean dishes rusted.

14-11-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's Pizza #920 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza #920 on file is from Aug 7, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa John's Pizza #920?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza #920.

How does Papa John's Pizza #920 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Papa John's Pizza #920 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Papa John's Pizza #920's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa John's Pizza #920 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John's Pizza #920 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 #920 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's Pizza #920 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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