Papa John's Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Papa John's Pizza, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 30, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.
Papa John's Pizza's latest score of 82 falls below the Centerville average of 89. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an open can drink stored on prep table, where food items were being prepped at. Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. Employee relocated the beverage.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed bulk container of food (special blend) inside the main kitchen unlabeled. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food. Label food container with its common name.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no inspection report posted for public viewing. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Post current inspection report.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed no food service permit posted for public viewing.1. Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. Post food service permit.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
82
Nov 24, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed an air gap along the left side of the back door. Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are Solid and tight-fitting. Repair the molding of the door to ensure there are no airgaps.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed no allergen notification in the establishment. The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer. Place written notification of food allergens served at the establishment in plain view for customers.
511-6-1.04(7)(d)
90
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee assembling pizzas without a hair restraint. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. Employee put on a hat.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
95
Mar 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed the thermometer inside the reach in cooler of the main kitchen inoperable. Food temperature measuring devices that are scaled only in Celsius or dually scaled in Celsius and Fahrenheit shall be accurate to ±1ºC in the intended range of use. Purchase a working internal thermometer.
511-6-1.05(2)(k)
90
Feb 20, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed doors of the dumpster open with trash inside. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Employee closed doors of dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
95
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 Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Papa John's Pizza compare to other restaurants in Centerville?
Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Centerville average of 89.
Has Papa John's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Papa John's Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Papa John's 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 John's Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's Pizza is inspected around three times per year on average.
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