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Papa John's

1009 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Papa John's has been inspected five times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 11, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Papa John's is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
95
Feb 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
05E
Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.
05E
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
No or inadequate potable water supply. water or ice not potable or from unapproved source. bottled water not ny state certified. cross connection in potable water supply system.
03E
No or inadequate potable water supply. water or ice not potable or from unapproved source. bottled water not ny state certified. cross connection in potable water supply system.
03E
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
37
Jan 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
58
Jul 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
74
Apr 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa John's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa John's on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Papa John's.

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

Papa John's most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Papa John's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Papa John's have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa John's 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 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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