PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #2636
3120 W 76 ST D-106, Hialeah FL 33018 · 305-557-7272
Last inspected Nov 12, 2025 · 4 visits since January 2024
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed glass cleaner stored on the preparation table at cook line.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on can opener blade.
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed prep station table in kitchen soiled with old food debris. Observed can opener soiled in kitchen area. Observed old food build up on shelving in walk in cooler.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in cooler shelving rusted.
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. Observed all food handlers certification expired 7/15/24. District manager states food handlers testing will be completed within 2 weeks. William Martinez and Miguel Durand expired food handlers 7/15/24.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at prep area grooved.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food in walk in cooler on shelf next to service products.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed storage containers wet nesting on shelf on top of 3 compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at walk in cooler door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 2/3 cracked floor tiles at rear kitchen area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on food preparation counter. Employee removed from counter.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed shared bathroom not flushing.
Water draining onto floor surface. Water condensation slow dripping from air conditioner vent in proximity of food prep station.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed
Mar 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at entrance of walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of pineapple tidbits dented next to 3 compartment sink. Manager segregated the can.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and provided to manager via email.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at can opener station.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink, food and coffee on pizza cutter station. Employee removed the items.
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 in contact with mozzarella cheese at reach in cooler at pizza station. Manager moved upwards the handle.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water inside reach in cooler at pizza station. Manager segregated the water.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at entrance of walk in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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