Papa John's Pizza

944 S Watson Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Pizza
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Papa John's Pizza, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

Across the inspection history, “certified food protection manager” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That's lower than the typical Buckeye restaurant, which scores around 98. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cracked caulking between the wall and hand sink next to the pizza prep cooler. Ensure that the caulking is repaired so that the seam is smooth and easily cleanable. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.11
95
Jul 30, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 17, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed the establishment using a quaternary ammonia based sanitizer solution while only having chlorine based sanitizer test strips. The establishment shall obtain quaternary ammonia based sanitizer test strips to ensure the sanitizer is being dispensed at the proper concentration
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection there was no Certified Food Protection Manager on site. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink located near the prep-line with degraded caulking and beginning to separate from the wall. The establishment shall maintain equipment fixed to the wall properly sealed at the equipment/wall juncture to provide a smooth, easily cleanable surface and to prevent the harborage of pests
4-402.11
82
Jul 25, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the operator could not produce a Food Protection Manager Certification. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink located near the prep line with damaged caulking and beginning to separate from the wall. The hand sink shall be resealed to the wall to create a smooth, cleanable surface and to prevent the harborage of pests. All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
4-402.11
90

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 Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

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

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

Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is lower than the Buckeye average of 98.

Has Papa John's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

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