PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA STORE 1869
11933 W SUNRISE BLVD, Plantation FL 33323
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Pizza packaging storage area. Observed 1 dead flying insect on pizza box in pizza packaging storage area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019006858 | Feb 6, 2019 | Mar 28, 2019 | $400 |
| 2--2014044540 | Oct 6, 2014 | Jan 8, 2015 | $560 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to Triple sink. Sign provided to operator.
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter handwashing sink used to stored container and lid. Employee removed during inspection.
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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat during inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees next to Triple sink. Sign provided to operator.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop sink. Manager stored correctly.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand-wash sink used to store open tomato cans.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Arizona ice tea drink on prep table. Operator discarded.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in the back towards exit does not have hand wash sign.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting on upside down bucket.
Jul 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by trash can next to three compartment sink. PIC removed trash 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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents soiled with an accumulation of mold like debris in back of house.
Employee with soiled clothing. Observed employee wearing dirty apron. PIC spoke to employee about soiled clothing.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed bags containing employee drink stored in walk-in cooler next to restaurant items.
Stored food not covered. Observed: -opened can of tomato sauce on prep table stored uncovered. -opened bag of barbecue sauce not stored protected on storage shelf in prep area. OIC covered.
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strip used at 3 compartment sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean pans wet nesting.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager stored in a way to allow proper air drying.
Sep 23, 2023□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line hand wash sink.
Sep 22, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed; 2 small live flying insects flying around pizza packaging storage area. 5 small live flying insects landing on notice board in pizza packaging storage area. 2 small flying insects landing on single service items packaging in triple sink area. 2 small flying insects flying around triple sink area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler Observed meat balls (41-47F - Cold Holding); Sausage (41-47F - Cold Holding); steak (41-46F - Cold Holding) Per operator, items were placed in the cooler approximately 1 hour prior to inspection. Manager placed items into walk in cooler to allow rapid cooling. Second temp; meat balls (43F - Cold Holding); Sausage (47F - Cold Holding); steak (43F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were not prepared or packaged today.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Pizza packaging storage area. Observed 1 dead flying insect on pizza box in pizza packaging storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout establishment.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened drink at packaging table by cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Reach in cooler Observed equipment handle not stored above Canadian bacon strips. Manager removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line hand wash sink.
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