PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA #449
434 E MERRITT ISLAND CSWY, Merritt Island FL 32952 · 205.981.2841
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 14 visits since March 2024
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 26 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink are
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,660
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025085829 | Aug 26, 2025 | Jan 5, 2026 | $800 |
| 4--2025046120 | Apr 22, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 | $200 |
| 4--2024028281 | Mar 28, 2024 | Jun 10, 2024 | $200 |
| 4--2019057376 | Sep 23, 2019 | Dec 3, 2019 | $300 |
| 4--2018023863 | Mar 19, 2018 | May 24, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sponge stored in hand-sink next to prep table, employee removed.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Wall in dish area, cove molding coming loose from wall.
Sep 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 in dish area. 4 in room in front of walk in cooler. 1 in rear hallway
Aug 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 in dish area. 4 in room in front of walk in cooler. 1 in rear hallway
Aug 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects. 4 in dish area. 4 in room in front of walk in cooler. 1 in rear hallway
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Over pizza pans in restroom
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Pizza paddle and pans stored in restroom
Single-service articles improperly stored. Paper towels stored in restroom
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 2 above make line. 3 in room with mop sink and triple sink. 2 in storage room near walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Open ceiling area with exposed insulation over pizza oven
Apr 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed live flying insects; 2 above make line. 3 in room with mop sink and triple sink. 2 in storage room near walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Open ceiling area with exposed insulation over pizza oven
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes stored on the floor. Operator moved
Apr 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in dry storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Perforated acoustic tiles
Mar 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink are
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in dry storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Perforated acoustic tiles
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Boxes of gloves and towels stored in restroom
Mar 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink are
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Unable to provide proof of any documentation
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in dry storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Perforated acoustic tiles
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Boxes of gloves and towels stored in restroom
Mar 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink are
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Unable to provide proof of any documentation
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in dry storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Perforated acoustic tiles
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Pizza maker is not wearing a hair restraint
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Boxes of gloves and towels stored in restroom
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiping hands on shirt and pants while making pizzas
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 10 live flying insects in mop sink/triple sink are
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Unable to provide proof of any documentation
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in dry storage area are not smooth and easily cleanable. Perforated acoustic tiles
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Pizza maker is not wearing a hair restraint
Employee with soiled clothing. Employee shirt is visibly contaminated from excessively wiping hands on clothing while preparing foods.
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Boxes of gloves and towels stored in restroom
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.