Papa John's Pizza

240 A1A N Ste 11, Ponte Vedra, FL 32082

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Papa John's Pizza five times, with records going back to 2023. Papa John's Pizza was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to four violations per visit.

“Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Papa John's Pizza's latest score is in line with the Ponte Vedra average of 70. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 20, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of equipment cleaner stored on rack with pizza screen on prep table in middle of kitchen, bottle moved **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station by triple sink and in bathroom. Soaps replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under front counter has a build up of single use items and food debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Container of peppercinis by pizza oven, lid replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-12-5

Apr 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand Wash Sink by Three compartment sink blocked by cart. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on single service shelf. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two chemical spray bottles stored on the movable cutting board/can storage rack. Operator relocated the chemical spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Pizza slicer at counter with old food debris on the blade. Per operator rotated and cleaned every four hours. Operator had employee wash and sanitize the pizza slicers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

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. At time of inspection no proof of employee food handler training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On the storage shelf over the three compartment sink, clean containers stacked while wet. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler door has mold like substance build up on the door gasket.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored with wet mop head inside of mop bucket. Operator relocated the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Jan 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza.

How does Papa John's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Ponte Vedra?

Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is about the same as the Ponte Vedra average of 70.

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

No. Recent inspections at Papa John's Pizza have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Papa John's Pizza means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Papa John's Pizza inspected?

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

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