Papa John's Pizza

8251 W Union Hills Dr, Glendale, AZ 85308
Pizza
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Papa John's Pizza has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Glendale restaurant, which scores around 97. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager on site at time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality
Inspector notes: Unable to locate thermometer for undercounter refrigeration unit. Provide a thermometer for refrigeration units that house TCS foods
4-204.112(A-D)
Sponges Use Limitation
Inspector notes: Sponge found in three compartment sink area. Sponges are not to come in contact with in-use food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of sponge and use proper cleaning equipment for food contact surfaces
4-101.16
86
Aug 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
95
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager license present. Instructed person in charge to obtain a certified food service license
2-102.12(A)
95
Jul 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

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 2, 2026. The public record contains four 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 three times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza.

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

Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.

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

No. Recent inspections at Papa John's Pizza have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one 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.