PAPA JOHNS PIZZA
27990 S TAMIAMI TRL, Bonita Springs FL 34134 · 239-947-8200
Last inspected Oct 1, 2025 · 6 visits since August 2023
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4 inspections trending up, 28 points better than where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In office used to store single service items, approximately 30 droppings under desk, cardboard box storage. Behind air conditioning unit 5 droppings plus chew observed. 4 observed on and behind water heater. 11 under shelving in middle dry storage room.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025081119 | Oct 1, 2025 | Jan 13, 2026 | $160 |
| 7--2023048452 | Aug 23, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2018001852 | Dec 4, 2017 | May 1, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Oct 1, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Jul 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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 unable to locate file. Provided another copy for employee signatures.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: large can opener.
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/
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Walk-in cooler shelving rusted.
Covered waste receptacle not provided unisex bathroom.
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Orange equipment cleaner improperly stored next to pizza boxes.
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. Printed poster and provided to Operator.
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. Repeat from 8//23/23. Printed handout and provided to Operator, who signed agreement.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Repeat from 9/15/22 and 11/19/22 and 8/23/23
Food stored on floor. Open bag of pizza flour was sitting directly on the floor at the crust prep area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed poster for Operator.
Open dumpster lid. Repeat from 8/23/23 Dumpster rusted and cracked allowing contents to be exposed
Stored food not covered. Peppers were uncovered on a rack in the preparation area.
Aug 23, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Operator discussed with present employee, one form filled out at time of inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. This is a repeat violation from 9/15/2022, 11/19/2021.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable - can rack near triple sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in back of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
- From initial inspection : Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. In back of kitchen.
Aug 23, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 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 priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In office used to store single service items, approximately 30 droppings under desk, cardboard box storage. Behind air conditioning unit 5 droppings plus chew observed. 4 observed on and behind water heater. 11 under shelving in middle dry storage room.
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 employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Operator discussed with present employee, one form filled out at time of inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. This is a repeat violation from 9/15/2022, 11/19/2021.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable - can rack near triple sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in back of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. In back of kitchen.
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.