Papa John's Pizza

21803 S Ellsworth Rd Queen, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Pizza
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Papa John's Pizza five times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Across the inspection history, “characteristics- multiuse” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Queen Creek restaurant scores 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation.
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Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Observed facility is using felt pads for pressing dough at the dough machine. Talked to manager about cleanability of food surfaces. Ensure that food touching surfaces are clean and not capable of linen fibers coming off onto the pizza
4-101.11(A)
86
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
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Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
Inspector notes: Observed facility is using felt pads for pressing dough at the dough machine. Talked to manager about cleanability of food surfaces. Ensure that food touching surfaces are clean and not capable of linen fibers coming off onto the pizza
4-101.11(A)
86
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the 2 hand sinks in the facility. Manager refilled the empty dispensers. Talked to staff about a new key and the current one is broken. Ensure that all hand sinks are supplied with paper towels at all times
6-301.12
90
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink in pizza prep area without towels. Discussed having all hand sinks stocked with soap and towels at all times. PIC filled dispenser with towels
6-301.12
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 31, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “characteristics- multiuse” 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 Queen Creek?

Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Queen Creek average of 95.

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.