PAPA JOHN'S
2877 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33137
Last inspected Nov 17, 2025 · 6 visits since September 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 5 flying insects landing on veggie station on cut tomatoes, green peppers,sliced mushrooms,cut onions. Manager discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025068508 | Sep 15, 2025 | Oct 14, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled by prep table near mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cleaning brush stored inside hand sink by ware washing area. Employee removed.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching flour under counter by pizza prep area. Employee stored properly.
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In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching the diced tomatoes at prep area. Employee stored properly.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by prep area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of prep table near sauces and jalapeños across oven.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By mop sink.
Sep 16, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board by can opener area.
Open dumpster lid.
Sep 15, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one tomato can dented.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 flying insects flying around dry storage located near walk in cooler. Observed approximately 5 flying insects flying around three compartment sink. Observed approximately 5 flying insects landing on veggie station on cut tomatoes, green peppers,sliced mushrooms,cut onions.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed approximately 5 flying insects landing on veggie station on cut tomatoes, green peppers,sliced mushrooms,cut onions. Manager discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken wings (55F - Cold Holding); cooked boneless chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler near oven pizza. As per employee stored more than 4 hours. Manager discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings (55F - Cold Holding); cooked boneless chicken wings (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler near oven pizza. As per employee stored more than 4 hours. Manager discarded.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board by can opener area.
Open dumpster lid.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at prep table and under table front counter. Manager prepared new solution. Recheck Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm)
Dec 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Oct 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 3 tomato sauce can dented at con opener station.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoops inside Philly steak, crumbled sausage and chicken strips with handle in contact with products. Operator placed all handles upwards.
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 5 cans of pizza sauce.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alain Sosa, Jermani Darcely.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan located in walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes stored directly on floor near bathroom. Operator stored properly during inspection.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.