Papa John's

101 Fairview Rd, Ellenwood, GA 30294

Pizza

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Papa John's has been inspected five times since 2024. Papa John's was last inspected on Apr 15, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “adequate ventilation and lighting”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Ellenwood sits at 82, putting Papa John's on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 15, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed rust and paint peeling off the air vents in the main kitchen. Please remove peeling paint to clean and repaint and seal vents with food-grade paint.

511-6-1.07(5)(d)

Oct 24, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: 2-2B. Observed open drink container on prep table next to food.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Inspector notes: 14C. Observed single service items being stored on the floors.

511-6-1.05(10)(f)

Mar 13, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed the back hand sink with food in the sink from prepping. Team member cleaned hand sink and was advised to only use hand sinks for washing hands.

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

1-2B - certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food safety manager (ServSafe) or certification for this establishment.

511-6-1.03(3)(a)

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed opened bag of chips on the pizza prep station. Manager removed chips from the prep area.

511-6-1.03(5)(k)

12B - personal cleanliness

Inspector notes: Observed manager and team member without proper hair restraints (sunvisor hats with loose hair).

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed previous inspection score not posted.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Sep 17, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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12B - personal cleanliness (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed team member with improper hair restraint. Manager correct on site. All hair must be restrained with a hairnet, hat or cap, or tightly secured with hair restraint (scrunchie or rubberband).

511-6-1.03(5)(j)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed current permit not posted.

511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)

Mar 21, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed shelving in the walk-in cooler with rust build-up.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed dust and debris build-up on celling tiles in prep area.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed multiple lights within the prep area missing protective shielding or protective shielding was in disrepair.

511-6-1.07(2)(i)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed vents with rust and debris build-up. Also, observed a build-up of a mold like substance on the vent above the 3-compartment sink. The ventilation hood system was also observed to have a grease build-up.

511-6-1.07(5)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's.

How does Papa John's compare to other restaurants in Ellenwood?

Papa John's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Ellenwood average of 82.

Has Papa John's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Papa John's have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John's 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 John's inspected?

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

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