Papa John's Pizza

8987 W Olive Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
Pizza
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

Papa John's Pizza appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 18, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Certified food protection manager” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Peoria restaurants. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 12, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM). Person in charge is currently working towards acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
95
Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: Observed no quat sanitizer testing strips available for the sanitizer at the 3-compartment sink. Inspector used personal test strips to test sanitizer and sanitizer was testing between 150-400 parts per million for the quat sanitizer. Discussed with person in charge to acquire sanitizer testing strips. Test strips are required for any sanitizers used with food contact surfaces. Provide sanitizer test strips prior to re-inspection. A re-inspection will occur within 10 days or no later than June 12th, 2025
4-302.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Please ensure that there is at least one person present during all hours of operation with a Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM). Person in charge is currently working towards acquiring their CFPM. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
86
Jan 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed quat sanitizer concentration levels at the 3-compartment sink that were testing above the required 150-400 parts per million concentration range for quat sanitizer solution as indicated by the testing strips. The Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge to regularly utilize test strips to ensure that the sanitizer concentration stays within the appropriate range of 150-400 parts per million. Discussed with person in charge to dilute sanitizer and verify concentration with testing strips. Person in charge reached out to a technician to service the 3-compartment sink dispenser
7-204.11
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink adjacent to the main pizza prep station that is becoming detached from the wall. All handwashing sinks should be sealed smooth and flush to the wall. Reseal the handwashing sink with silicone or caulking so that it is smooth and flush to the wall. 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
82
Jul 3, 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 Feb 18, 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 Peoria?

Papa John's Pizza most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is about the same as the Peoria average of 97.

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 one violation 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.