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PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA # 2695

4552 S SUNCOAST BLVD, Homosassa FL 34446 · 352.628.7272

Last inspected Sep 23, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats8
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA1901114
Grade history
JUL 24
JUL 24
JUL 25
JUL 25
SEP 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor under hot water heater in pizza box storage area
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025059699Jul 14, 2025Nov 10, 2025$400
3--2019056042Oct 29, 2019Jan 31, 2020$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No soap provided at handwash sink to right of three compartment sink. Operator stated that hand soap will be delivered later today.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Jul 15, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 12 live roaches throughout establishment behind pizza make line cooler and near single storage area in box of single service cups wrapped in a plastic sleeve. Pest control is in route for additional services.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint/Return visit Jul 15, 2025 · Observed 1 live roach at time of callback inspection near three compartment sink. Pest control eliminates and area was cleaned and sanitized. Corrected On-Site
Jul 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 12 live roaches throughout establishment behind pizza make line cooler and near single storage area in box of single service cups wrapped in a plastic sleeve. Pest control is in route for additional services.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Some tiles have been repaired, some tiles still remain broken and in need of repairing and sealing.
Basic/36-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 13 dead roaches along cove molding on floor throughout establishment. Operator started to clean and sanitize areas. Employee started to eliminate roaches, clean, and sanitize area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Jul 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in kitchen near back room and storage shelf to the right of the handwash sink next to the three compartment sink. Employee eliminated, cleaned, and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Jul 14, 2025 · Observed 12 live roaches throughout establishment behind pizza make line cooler and near single storage area in box of single service cups wrapped in a plastic sleeve. 13 dead roaches along cove molding on floor throughout establishment. Operator started to clean and sanitize areas. Employee started to eliminate roaches, clean, and sanitize area. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair as well as cove molding throughout the establishment. Employee stated the tiles are in the process of being repaired.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 14, 2025 · Some tiles have been repaired, some tiles still remain broken and in need of repairing and sealing. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Jul 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in kitchen near back room and storage shelf to the right of the handwash sink next to the three compartment sink. Employee eliminated, cleaned, and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair as well as cove molding throughout the establishment. Employee stated the tiles are in the process of being repaired.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Basic/33-23-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster in grass at the back of the building
Basic/33-23-4/Return visit Jul 3, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 8, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water dripping from ceiling between front counter beverage cooler. Containers catching water in close proximity to food warmer rack in food production area. No food contamination was observed.
Basic/28-02-4/Return visit Jul 3, 2024 · Operator states repair service for air conditioner will be out this afternoon to fix the condensation dripping. Time Extended
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster in grass at the back of the building
Basic/33-23-4/Return visit Jul 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on floor under hot water heater in pizza box storage area
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. meatball (45F - Cooling); pre cooked chicken (45F - Cooling); sausage (47F - Cooling); boneless wings (46F - Cooling) food was prepped at 10:33am, temperatures taken at 3:05pm. Operator moved items to reach in cooler.
High priority/03D-07-5
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water dripping from ceiling between front counter beverage cooler. Containers catching water in close proximity to food warmer rack in food production area. No food contamination was observed.
Basic/28-02-4
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 2 dead roaches under beverage cooler 10 approximate dead roaches in sticky trap under make line reach in cooler
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster in grass at the back of the building
Basic/33-23-4
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with DBPR HR Forms 5030-103 and 5030-104
Intermediate/11-27-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster on grass.
Basic/33-23-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, dust. -walk in cooler fan guards
Basic/23-03-4

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