Papa Johns Pizza #972

1853 E Memorial Blvd Bi 117, Lakeland, FL 33801

Pizza

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Papa Johns Pizza #972 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 6, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around three violations each, up from closer to zero violations before.

Restaurants in Lakeland average 85, so Papa Johns Pizza #972 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By the 3 -compartment sink. Employee repaired **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand washing sink. employee cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sinks leaks when running water

29-08-4

Oct 25, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles stored with napkins and plates. Manager moved cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Mar 18, 2024

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Oct 10, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 major violations.

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High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 30 Dead flying insects. Manager washed, rinse and sanitized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

35A-09-4

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.emailed to Manager **Warning**

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. emailed to manager **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drinks

12B-07-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Johns Pizza #972 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Johns Pizza #972 on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Papa Johns Pizza #972 compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Papa Johns Pizza #972 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Papa Johns Pizza #972's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Papa Johns Pizza #972 have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Johns Pizza #972 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 Johns Pizza #972 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa Johns Pizza #972 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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