PAPA JOHNS PIZZA
3608 HARDEN BLVD, Lakeland FL 33803 · 863-619-7272
Last inspected Aug 28, 2025 · 4 visits since October 2023
3 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. A piece of plywood on the floor in front of the flip top reach in cooler to cover missing tiles. Light burned out above the pizza oven. Vent covers mission the wall near the back door.
No copy of latest inspection report available. 10-18-2023
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on top of the can good rack is stained with mold-like substance and food. Can opener blade is soiled. Located at the end of the can good rack.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf above the 3 compartment sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on top of the can good rack is stained with mold-like substance and food. Can opener blade is soiled. Located at the end of the can good rack.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at the hand washing sink next to the walk in cooler and front counter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf above the 3 compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is stained on top of the can good rack.located in the back area near the back door.
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