Papa John's

1690 Powder Springs Rd Sw Ste 101, Marietta, GA 30064
Pizza
License: Food Service
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Papa John's has been inspected three times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on May 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Food stored covered” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

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

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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10D - food properly labeled; original container (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several gallons of milk stored in the reach-in cooler in the main kitchen area beyond the marked expiration dates (containers dated 4/20 and 4/23). Corrected on site - containers discarded. Expired Foods. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food splatter on walls near back hand washing sink and food residue on floors under storage racks in main kitchen area. Corrective action - PIC advised to have detailed cleaning performed. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
82
Oct 27, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of pizza sauce and pepperoncini peppers stored uncovered, exposed to contamination along prep tables in front food service area. C/A: Unless cooling, all food must be stored covered, protected from contamination. COS: All food items covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Sep 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of pizza sauce, pepperoncini peppers, and pizza dust stored uncovered along prep tables in front food service area. C/A: Unless cooling, all food must be stored covered, protected from contamination. COS: All food items covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's.

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

Papa John's most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Marietta average of 87.

Has Papa John's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa John's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent 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.