Papa Johns Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
100
Score
Papa Johns Pizza has been inspected 10 times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Papa Johns Pizza's latest score of 100 sits above the Tallahassee average of 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all 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 2025-12-15: Did not observe Food Handler certificates during time of inspection. Operator stated she has not gotten a chance to get them all completed. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed wrapped pizza boxes stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager properly placed boxes during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
67
Aug 14, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 19 rodent droppings on top of box containing portion cups stored on rack next to pizza make table. Observed 16 rodent droppings underneath rack next to pizza make table. Observed 6 rodent droppings near back door next to dry storage rack. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding at pizza make table for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Sausage 45F Ham 46F Chicken 49F Diced tomatoes 46F.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding at pizza make table for more than 4 hours during time of inspection: Sausage 45F Ham 46F Chicken 49F Diced tomatoes 46F. **See stop sale** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at back door.
35B-01-4
55
May 19, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Mozzarella cheese 50F Ham 49F Chicken 48F Italian sausage 46F Diced tomatoes 57F Three cheese 56F Boneless chicken wings 57F Philly meat 53F String cheese 57F See stop sale **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding more than 4 hours: Mozzarella cheese 50F Ham 49F Chicken 48F Italian sausage 46F Diced tomatoes 57F Three cheese 56F Boneless chicken wings 57F Philly meat 53F String cheese 57F
01B-02-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked near walk in cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open drink on prep table in kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold of back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda on floor in dry storage area. Observed box of brownies stored on floor inside walked in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored on floor behind oven.
25-05-4
58
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near expo cooler. Manager replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cookies, crust stored on the floor in WIC and clamshell containers stored on floor in storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand wash sink near expo.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour stored in working container not labeled under prep table.
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
36-34-5
67
Apr 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on blade of can opener in front of chemical storage rack. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at hand washing sink left of toppings reach in to only reach 86 F. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Papa Johns Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Papa Johns Pizza on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Papa Johns Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Papa Johns Pizza.
How does Papa Johns Pizza compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Papa Johns Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tallahassee average of 87.
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 four times per year on average.
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