Papa Johns Pizza

1190 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
Pizza
Last inspected: Sep 29, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Papa Johns Pizza, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 29, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor”, which has been cited five times.

Restaurants in Staten Island average 75, so Papa Johns Pizza is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 29, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
86
May 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
61
Dec 6, 2023
Sodium Warning / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Sodium warning statement not posted conspicuously at the point of purchase. “warning: [icon image] indicates that the sodium (salt) content of this item is higher than the total daily recommended limit (2300 mg). high sodium intake can increase blood pressure and risk of heart disease and stroke.”
16-10
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
Sodium warning icon not posted on menus, menu boards or food tags for food items that contain 2300mg or more of sodium in a food service establishment that is 1 of 15 or more outlets operating the same type of business nationally under common ownership or control, or as a franchise or doing business under the same name, for each menu item that is served in portions, the size and content of which are standardized
16-08
70
Nov 7, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Oct 26, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
58
Oct 13, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Papa Johns Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Papa Johns Pizza on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Papa Johns Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Papa Johns Pizza.

How does Papa Johns Pizza compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Papa Johns Pizza most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa Johns Pizza have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Papa Johns 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 Johns Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Papa Johns Pizza is inspected around two times per year on average.