PAPA JOHNS
414-A NE PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017037498 | Jul 5, 2017 | Aug 21, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Operator removed.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ The certificate posted for V. R. is no longer employed at this establishment.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator states hasn't seen one in awhile.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Randy S. 9/20/22
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust: at Triple Sink
Aug 22, 2025Inspection 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 service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jennifer Perry
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. T.T JP
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. Employee signed form.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed: the one displayed expired 12/1/24
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator placed hat on head.
Objectionable odors in the mop area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Operator will paint.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection 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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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee was educated on proper hygiene and washed hands.
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. R. Villacis, manager no form signed. He is not present. Operator has blank forms.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No copy of latest inspection report available on 1/11/24.
Aug 15, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Not all employees have signed. Operator signed hers. Operator will everyone else sign.
Ceiling in food service area with air conditioning leak. Operator has called A1 Solutions air conditioning repair. Operator has vent tube over large trash can to catch water dripping from vent at managers corner area, and a bucket between the triple sink and wall directly below air conditioner vent. No splash occurring on food or single serve items.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water where leaking occurred with air conditioning. Operator will mop.
Large front bay completely broken window covered with plywood, due to car crash. Area is a separate bay enclosed with wall,and locked door Operator does not have key to door.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line.
No copy of latest inspection report available on 1/11/24.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by triple sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at triple sink.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit: walk in cooler is at 36F ambient, but digital thermometer on front states 75 F. Work order in place.
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. Operator signed form.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in crushed Oreo cookies. Operator removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in back area by triple sink above cardboard pizza boxes.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by triple sink or pizza make line.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment by grease trap.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on make line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at triple sink.
Sep 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas above back area by ware washing area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface at pizza make line.
Jul 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit in cold holding unit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to line. Operator placed paper towels at location.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas above back area by ware washing area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area, and at cashiers.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public, open bottle of Smart water in soda pop cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust,walk in cooler fan soiled.
Objectionable odor in back area by grease area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface at pizza make line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust: caulking at both hand washing stations.
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.