Papa Johns Pizza

2004 State Rd 60E, Lake Wales, FL 33898
Pizza
Last inspected: Aug 11, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Papa Johns Pizza has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Papa Johns Pizza was last inspected on Aug 11, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

By comparison, the average Lake Wales facility scores 90, putting Papa Johns Pizza on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Tom Welch **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old one display Feb 2025 Operator provided current license **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-09-4
86
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Tom Welch **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
90
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Tom Welch **Warning**
53A-01-7
90
Nov 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof of certified food manager certification available. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed one from 2023. **Warning**
50-09-4
78
Dec 29, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-29: No proof **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-29: No proof **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On top of the can good rack next to the walk-in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-29: Stained **Time Extended**
14-09-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Johns Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Johns Pizza on file is from Aug 11, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa Johns Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Papa Johns Pizza.

How does Papa Johns Pizza compare to other restaurants in Lake Wales?

Papa Johns Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Wales average of 90.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa Johns Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Johns Pizza 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 inspected?

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