Papa Johns Pizza

2328 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32301

Pizza

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Papa Johns Pizza five times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Restaurants in Tallahassee average 87, so Papa Johns Pizza trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Complaint Full

2 major violations.

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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. Violation is being addressed on previous inspection.

53B-01-5

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. Violation is being addressed on previous inspection.

11-26-1

Oct 9, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Travis Turning 10-29-19.

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Kristina Tidwell.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Inspector provided quaternary test strip to GM during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

16-37-1

Sep 9, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.

14-22-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with grease above pizza oven.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed expo cooler lids broken from hinges.

14-11-5

Dec 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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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 operator to post. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor in WIC.

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed monitor, wires, keyboard with dust accumulation hanging over expo cooler.

23-03-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls near food line and hand washing sink soiled with grease, food, dust.

36-27-5

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking hand wash sink.

29-11-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in bucket near storeroom.

42-01-4

Oct 31, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-07-6

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Johns Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Johns Pizza on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Papa Johns Pizza compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Papa Johns Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower 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 two times per year on average.

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